Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Acts 2:37-41
by: Linda Harris.
Notice that those who heard Peter were "cut to the heart" (v. 37, NIV). Their response was not one of curiosity or casual interest. The Holy Spirit, who had already demonstrated his power through tongues and fire, was now convicting their hearts.
True repentance always involves deep sorrow for past sins and a sincere desire to turn from those sins. Anything less is not repentance and therefore will not lead to a truly changed life. Accepting Jesus as Savior is a life-changing experience, and those who have taken that step can never remain the same.