What are the consequences of not repenting?

God is not happy with those who lack repentance. He punishes them for their refusal to feel sorry in repentance, regret their actions and ask for forgiveness. In the Bible, Hophni and Phinehas were two brothers whom God punished for their lack of repentance.

How do I know if I have true repentance?

True repentance is to forgive all others. One cannot be forgiven so long as he holds grudges against others. He must be “merciful unto [his] brethren; deal justly, judge righteously, and do good continually. …” (Alma 41:14.) There must be an abandonment of the transgression.

What does “I’m trying to repent but can’t” mean?

“I’m trying to repent, but I can’t.” It can get the person that’s trying to minister to the person feeling frustrated with God. Like, Lord, they want to and You’re not doing this. And see you don’t want to let the sinner turn… because I’ll tell you this, look, this does not conflict with God’s sovereignty at all.

Will God grant me repentance?

Indeed, the very seeking of repentance may be an indicator that God is at work to grant repentance. The very knowledge of our need to repent comes as God’s Spirit applies His word in our heart. Therefore, let me ask, Have you sought repentance?

Does Jesus want you to repent?

Jesus Christ came preaching, “Repent.” He wants you to repent. And the Spirit of God inspired the Word. Over and over it says to repent. Certainly, He wants you to repent. The fact is the Trinity calls upon man to repent. I’m calling upon you to repent. Many people here have repented.

Can we repent without God’s work in US?

Even though God grants repentance and we can’t repent without His work in us, this doesn’t mean we can’t seek repentance. In fact, we are commanded to repent in numerous places in the Bible ( Matt 3:2, Mark 1:15, Acts 2:38, 3:19, 8:22, Rev 2:5, 16, 3:3, 19 ).