{"id":292,"date":"2025-02-12T18:19:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T18:19:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/markwilkinson.ca\/pillar\/?p=292"},"modified":"2025-02-16T20:22:42","modified_gmt":"2025-02-16T20:22:42","slug":"repentance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/markwilkinson.ca\/pillar\/2025\/02\/12\/repentance\/","title":{"rendered":"Repentance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Bible provides numerous lists and descriptions of sins that we are to repent from. Below is a comprehensive list<\/strong> of sins based on various passages in both the Old and New Testaments<\/strong>, categorized for clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Sins Against God<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Idolatry<\/strong> \u2013 Worshiping anything other than the one true God. (Exodus 20:3-6, 1 Corinthians 10:14<\/em>)
Blasphemy<\/strong> \u2013 Using God’s name in vain or speaking irreverently about Him. (Leviticus 24:16, Matthew 12:31-32<\/em>)
Taking the Lord\u2019s Name in Vain<\/strong> \u2013 Using God’s name carelessly. (Exodus 20:7<\/em>)
Denying Christ<\/strong> \u2013 Rejecting Jesus as Lord and Savior. (Matthew 10:33, 1 John 2:22-23<\/em>)
Unbelief<\/strong> \u2013 Refusing to trust in God’s promises. (John 3:18, Hebrews 11:6<\/em>)
Lukewarmness<\/strong> \u2013 Being neither fully devoted nor fully rejecting God. (Revelation 3:15-16<\/em>)
Hypocrisy<\/strong> \u2013 Pretending to be righteous while living in sin. (Matthew 23:27-28, Luke 12:1<\/em>)
False Doctrine<\/strong> \u2013 Teaching or believing things that contradict Scripture. (Galatians 1:8-9, 2 Peter 2:1<\/em>)
Self-Righteousness<\/strong> \u2013 Trusting in one’s own goodness instead of God’s grace. (Luke 18:9-14<\/em>)
Doubt in God\u2019s Power<\/strong> \u2013 Lack of faith in His ability to act. (Matthew 14:31, James 1:6-8<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Sins Against Ourselves<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pride<\/strong> \u2013 Exalting oneself above others and God. (Proverbs 16:18, James 4:6<\/em>)
Selfishness<\/strong> \u2013 Prioritizing personal gain over God and others. (Philippians 2:3-4, 2 Timothy 3:2<\/em>)
Gluttony<\/strong> \u2013 Excessive indulgence in food, drink, or pleasure. (Proverbs 23:20-21, Philippians 3:19<\/em>)
Laziness (Sloth)<\/strong> \u2013 Refusing to work or be diligent. (Proverbs 6:6-11, 2 Thessalonians 3:10<\/em>)
Drunkenness<\/strong> \u2013 Overindulgence in alcohol or substances. (Galatians 5:21, Ephesians 5:18<\/em>)
Sorcery (Drug Use \/ Occultism)<\/strong> \u2013 Using drugs (pharmakeia<\/em>) or engaging in occult practices. (Revelation 21:8, Galatians 5:20<\/em>)
Envy & Jealousy<\/strong> \u2013 Desiring what others have. (Exodus 20:17, Galatians 5:21<\/em>)
Covetousness<\/strong> \u2013 Greedy desire for wealth or possessions. (Luke 12:15, Colossians 3:5<\/em>)
Love of Money<\/strong> \u2013 Making wealth an idol. (1 Timothy 6:10, Matthew 6:24<\/em>)
Fearfulness (Faithlessness)<\/strong> \u2013 Letting fear rule instead of faith. (Revelation 21:8, 2 Timothy 1:7<\/em>)
Worldliness<\/strong> \u2013 Loving worldly things more than God. (1 John 2:15-17, Romans 12:2<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Sins Against Others<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hatred<\/strong> \u2013 Strong resentment against others. (1 John 3:15, Galatians 5:20<\/em>)
Murder<\/strong> \u2013 Killing or harboring murderous thoughts. (Exodus 20:13, Matthew 5:21-22<\/em>)
Violence<\/strong> \u2013 Harming others physically or emotionally. (Proverbs 3:31, Genesis 6:11<\/em>)
Strife & Quarreling<\/strong> \u2013 Causing unnecessary arguments. (Proverbs 6:16-19, Romans 13:13<\/em>)
Unforgiveness<\/strong> \u2013 Refusing to forgive others. (Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:31-32<\/em>)
Slander & Gossip<\/strong> \u2013 Spreading false or harmful information. (Proverbs 10:18, James 4:11<\/em>)
Lying & Deception<\/strong> \u2013 Speaking falsehoods or misleading others. (Proverbs 12:22, Colossians 3:9<\/em>)
Theft<\/strong> \u2013 Stealing or taking what is not yours. (Exodus 20:15, Ephesians 4:28<\/em>)
Fraud & Dishonesty<\/strong> \u2013 Unfair dealings for personal gain. (Proverbs 11:1, Leviticus 19:11-13<\/em>)
Oppressing the Poor<\/strong> \u2013 Exploiting the weak or disadvantaged. (Proverbs 14:31, James 2:6-7<\/em>)
Injustice<\/strong> \u2013 Failing to act righteously toward others. (Micah 6:8, Isaiah 10:1-2<\/em>)
Revenge<\/strong> \u2013 Seeking to harm those who wronged you. (Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:39<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Sexual Sins<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Adultery<\/strong> \u2013 Sexual relations outside of marriage. (Exodus 20:14, Hebrews 13:4<\/em>)
Fornication (Sex Outside Marriage)<\/strong> \u2013 Any sexual activity outside biblical marriage. (1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:19<\/em>)
Homosexuality<\/strong> \u2013 Sexual relations between the same sex. (Leviticus 18:22, Romans 1:26-27<\/em>)
Pornography & Lust<\/strong> \u2013 Sexual desire outside of marriage. (Matthew 5:28, Job 31:1<\/em>)
Prostitution<\/strong> \u2013 Selling or engaging in sexual acts for money. (Deuteronomy 23:17-18, 1 Corinthians 6:15-16<\/em>)
Rape & Sexual Abuse<\/strong> \u2013 Any forced or exploitative sexual act. (Deuteronomy 22:25-27<\/em>)
Incest<\/strong> \u2013 Sexual relations with close relatives. (Leviticus 18:6-18<\/em>)
Bestiality<\/strong> \u2013 Sexual relations with animals. (Leviticus 18:23<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Sins of Speech<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lying<\/strong> \u2013 Speaking falsehoods. (Proverbs 6:16-19, Colossians 3:9<\/em>)
Blasphemy<\/strong> \u2013 Speaking against God. (Exodus 20:7, Matthew 12:31-32<\/em>)
Cursing & Swearing<\/strong> \u2013 Speaking foul or hateful language. (Ephesians 4:29, James 3:9-10<\/em>)
Complaining & Grumbling<\/strong> \u2013 Expressing discontent without gratitude. (Philippians 2:14, Numbers 14:27-30<\/em>)
Mockery & Scoffing<\/strong> \u2013 Making fun of God or others in a wicked way. (2 Peter 3:3, Proverbs 3:34<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Sins of the Heart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pride & Arrogance<\/strong> \u2013 Thinking of oneself as superior. (Proverbs 8:13, 1 John 2:16<\/em>)
Greed<\/strong> \u2013 An excessive desire for more. (Luke 12:15, Colossians 3:5<\/em>)
Bitterness<\/strong> \u2013 Holding grudges. (Ephesians 4:31, Hebrews 12:15<\/em>)
Lack of Love<\/strong> \u2013 Failing to show love for others. (1 John 4:8, Matthew 22:37-40<\/em>)
Faithlessness<\/strong> \u2013 Not trusting God. (Hebrews 11:6, James 1:6-8<\/em>)
Lack of Self-Control<\/strong> \u2013 Acting on impulses. (Proverbs 25:28, Galatians 5:23<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Sins of Neglect<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Failure to Love God and Others<\/strong> \u2013 The greatest commandment. (Matthew 22:37-40<\/em>)
Ignoring the Needy<\/strong> \u2013 Not helping those in need. (Matthew 25:42-45<\/em>)
Not Praying or Studying Scripture<\/strong> \u2013 Neglecting a relationship with God. (1 Thessalonians 5:17, Joshua 1:8<\/em>)
Not Sharing the Gospel<\/strong> \u2013 Failing to make disciples. (Matthew 28:19-20<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Call to Repentance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.”<\/em> (Matthew 3:2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us.”<\/em> (1 John 1:9)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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