Repent or Perish – God Wants To Transform Your Life Now!

Repent or Perish – Sermon outline by G. E. Watkins on the definition of, the requirement of and the motives for Bible repentance.

INTRODUCTION: Luke 13:3

1. Matthew 3:2. John–“Repent ye for…”

2. Matthew 4:17. Jesus–“Repent ye for…”

3. Luke 24:46. “Thus it is written and…”

4. Acts 3:19. “Repent ye therefore and turn again…”

DISCUSSION:

I. WHAT IS BIBLE REPENTANCE?

1. It is not:

1) Godly sorrow (2 Corinthians 7:10); goodness of God also (Romans 2:4).

2) Despair, remorse, regret–Judas (Matthew 27:3).

3) Just quitting sinning. Make restitution where possible.

4) Covering up the sin (David). 2 Samuel 11

5) Nor is it good works, Matt. 3:8.

2. It is a change of mind and will.

1) Matthew 21:28. “He repented and went…”

2) Acts 16:33. “Jailer washed stripes…”

3) Acts 19:19. Ephesians burned books.

4) Luke 15:11. Prodigal son came home.

1. God requires it. 2 Peter 3:9

2. It is a command of God. Acts 17:30-31

3. Jesus said, “Repent or perish.” Luke 13:3, 5.

4. It is a command of the gospel. Acts 2:38.

1. Erring Christians. Acts 8:22; James 5:16.

2. Alien sinners. Acts 2:38

1. Fear of punishment. 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9; Hebrews 10:26-31.

2. Hope of reward in Heaven. Rev. 22:14.

3. Love of God. Romans 5:8-11; John 3:16.

CONCLUSION:

1. Bible repentance is a change of mind. It is preceded by godly sorrow and coupled with the goodness of God. It is followed by a change of life.

2. The God that created us and sustains us has commanded that we repent.

3. Repent if you are a Christian in sin. Decide to do it God’s way.

4. If you are not a Christian repent of your sins today. Put on Christ in baptism.

5. Repent because Hell awaits those who refuse.

6. Repent because a reward awaits you in Heaven.

7. Let the love of God move you to repent.