Podcasts about Repentance

Today we're bringing you an episode with Esau McCaulley, from the Lenten season of 2023. Esau sees Lent as a practice of collective generational wisdom, passed down through centuries of sacramental rhythms—but as a contemporary reality, Lent is a spiritual rebellion against mainstream American culture. He construes Lent as a season of repentance and grace; he points out the justice practices of Lent; he walks through a Christian understanding of death, and the beautiful practice of stripping the altars on Maundy Thursday; and he's emphatic about how it's a guided season of pursuing the grace to find (or perhaps return) to yourself as God has called you to be. In his classic text, Great Lent, Orthodox priest and theologian Alexander Schmemann calls this season one of “bright sadness”—an important paradox that represents both Christian realism and hope. Lent is not about gloom, self-loathing, performative penitence, or despair. Instead it brings us face to face with our human condition, reminding us that we did not bring ourselves into being and someday we will die, sober about the reality and banality of evil, and sorrowful in a way that leads back to joy. Esau McCaulley is The Jonathan Blanchard Associate Professor of New Testament and Public Theology at Wheaton College, a contributing writer for the New York Times, and is author of many books, including children's books. Notables are Reading While Black, a theology of Lent, and his latest: How Far to the Promised Land: One Black Family's Story of Hope and Survival in the American South. This episode was made possible in part by the generous support of the Tyndale House Foundation. For more information, visit tyndale.foundation. About Esau McCaulley Esau McCaulley is The Jonathan Blanchard Associate Professor of New Testament and Public Theology at Wheaton College, a contributing writer for the New York Times, and is author of many books, including children's books. Notables are Reading While Black, a theology of Lent, and his latest: How Far to the Promised Land: One Black Family's Story of Hope and Survival in the American South. Learn more at https://esaumccaulley.com/. Show Notes Lent: The Season of Repentance and Renewal — https://esaumccaulley.com/books/lent-book/ Commodifying our rebellion—the agency on offer is a thin, weakened agency. Repentance, grace, and finding (or returning to) yourself Examination of conscience The Great Litany: “For our blindness to human need and suffering, and our indifference to injustice and cruelty. Except our repentance, Lord.” The beauty of Christianity “Liturgical spirituality is not safe. God can jump out and get you at any moment in the service.” “The great thing about the, the, the season of Blend in the liturgical calendar more broadly is it gives you a thousand different entry points into transformation.” Lent is bookended by death. Black death, Coronavirus death, War death. Jesus defeated death as our great enemy. “Everybody that I know and I care about are gonna die. Everybody.” “I, as a Christian, believe that because we're going to die. our lives are of infinite value and the decisions that we make and the kinds of people we become are the only testimony that we have and that I have chosen to, to, in light of my impending death, put my faith in the one who overcame death.” Two realities: We're going to die and Jesus defeated death. Stripping of the Altars on Maundy Thursday. Silent processional in black; Good Friday celebrates no eucharist. “I'm, like, the one Pauline scholar who doesn't like to argue about justification all of the time.” Good Friday's closing prayer: “Lord Jesus Christ, son of the living God, we pray you to set your passion cross and death between your judgment and our souls.” “You end Lent with: Something has to come between God's judgement and our souls. And that thing is Jesus.” “Lent is God loving you enough to tell you the truth about yourself, but not condemning you for it, but actually saying that you can be better than that.” Production Notes This podcast featured Esau McCaulley Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Macie Bridge, Luke Stringer, and Kaylen Yun. A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give Acknowledgements This episode was made possible in part by the generous support of Blueprint 1543. For more information, visit http://blueprint1543.org/.

Sexual sin rarely begins with a sudden fall—it develops subtly and progressively. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, we examine why sexual sin must be addressed biblically and how it often follows a predictable spiral: desensitization, relaxation, fixation, rationalization, and degeneration.The episode concludes with practical, gospel-centered application aimed at repentance, accountability, and pursuing holiness. While sexual sin is deceptive and destructive, Christ offers forgiveness, cleansing, and true freedom.00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast01:21 The Importance of Discussing Sexual Sin02:26 Why Sexual Sin is Often Avoided in Conversation03:35 The Deceptive Nature of Sexual Sin 05:15 The Sexual Sin Spiral: An Overview06:10 Stage 1: Desensitization 12:50 Stage 2: Relaxation and Idleness16:43 Stage 3: Fixation 20:20 Stage 4: Rationalization23:23 Stage 5: Degeneration26:24 Hope and Forgiveness for Those in the Spiral 29:03 Practical Steps for Repentance and AccountabilitySound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org. Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on YouTube Follow on Twitter Follow on Threads Visit https://ihcc.org

February 25th, 2026:  The History & Meaning of the Lenten Ember Days;  Ember Wednesday of Lent - Doing the Will of the Father;  You Might Have a Clean House, But Is God In It Now?;  Who Is My Mother, Who Are My Brethren?;  Jonah, Lent & Repentance;  The Fasts of Moses & Elijah Prefigure That of Christ

02-22-26 If repentance isn't in knowledge, where do find our ability to surrender and tear down altars. Repentance is in intimacy. 

In this message, we're going to be talking about the powerful gift of repentance that God has given us access to. This isn't going to just be a time of learning, but experiencing the grace that comes as we humbly come before the Lord and commit ourselves to changing the way we think and live.Visit us online at http://www.fathershouseportland.org

Being a biblical family is hard because it requires us to fight against our very natures. Join AMBrewster to learn more about the battle as well as the hope for victory.Truth.Love.Parent. is a podcast of Truth.Love.Family., an Evermind Ministry.Action Steps Purchase “Quit: how to stop family strife for good.” https://amzn.to/40haxLz Support our 501(c)(3) by becoming a TLP Friend! https://www.truthloveparent.com/donate.html Download the Evermind App. https://evermind.passion.io/checkout/102683 Use the promo code EVERMIND at MyPillow.com. https://www.mypillow.com/evermind  Discover the following episodes by clicking the titles or navigating to the episode in your app: The Spiritual Warfare in Your Home https://www.truthloveparent.com/spiritual-warfare-in-your-home.html  Communication https://www.truthloveparent.com/communication-topic.html  TLP 585: How Your Children May Respond to Sin, Part 11 | Repentance https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-585-how-your-children-may-respond-to-sin-part-11-repentance  Teach Your Children to Apologize https://www.truthloveparent.com/teach-your-children-to-apologize.html  TLP 602: Teach Your Children to Flee https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-602-teach-your-children-to-flee  Teach Your Children to Obey https://www.truthloveparent.com/teach-your-children-to-obey-series.html  Click here for Today's episode notes, resources, and transcript: https://www.truthloveparent.com/taking-back-the-family-blog/tlp-320-biblical-families-part-8-the-battleLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthLoveParent/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.love.parent/Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TruthLoveParentFollow AMBrewster on Facebook: https://fb.me/TheAMBrewsterFollow AMBrewster on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrewsterhome/Follow AMBrewster on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AMBrewsterPin us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TruthLoveParent/Need some help? Write to us at Counselor@TruthLoveParent.com.

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Repentance and Forgiveness – June 6, 2026 by Percy Harrold

Jesus invites us to fish for people, and we do that by doing what Jesus did. Jesus proclaimed hope to the broken places of the world. Everything is not alright, but  hope for the world has dawned. That hope is found in the message of Repentance. Jesus went where the people are and he took them as He found them. He did not sit around and expect people to come to Him but the opposite: wherever people gathered, that's where He proclaimed Hope. These people were broken and sick. He healed their physical ailments but didn't stop there and announced the path of healing their deepest hurt, their sin-sickness. He took people with Him. He called 12 men into deeper relationship with Him and modeled for them how to make disciples. This is what Jesus invites us into. 

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What is the purpose for the season of Lent? Jesus taught that man was not made for the Sabbath, but the Sabbath was made for man, as a gift for us. The Sabbath creates rhythms that allow us to break away from the normal routines of life and work so that we can enter into worship and enter into praise. This rest is a kindness of God to humanity. It's not meant to be a burden.The practice of observing Lent is similar. We are not made for Lent. Lent was made for us - it is a season to be a gift to you and to me.Psalm 32:1-2 tells us, "Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man against whom the Lord counts no iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no deceit." ⁠>>Watch on YouTube⁠Dr. Mark Gignilliat is professor of divinity at Beeson Divinity School, where he teaches courses in Old Testament and Hebrew. Mark also serves as theologian in residence at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Birmingham. Dr. Gignilliat is married to Naomi, and they have four children.

Send a textJoin Fr. Aaron & Marissa Burt, for this week's episode, in which they consider the readings for the second Sunday in Lent: Genesis 12:1-9; Psalm 33:12-21; Romans 4:1-17; John 3:1-16. They discuss the call of Abraham, trusting in God, and Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus.Notes:--Death Resurrection and the Life to Come audio playlist--Reader's Theater Scripts--Lenten resources from Advent Anglican--Dwell App--Prayers of the People for Lent 1--2019 Book of Common PrayerThe Bible ProjectBible Project episodes of imagery of EdenLent: The Season of Repentance & Renewal, by: Esau McCaulley0:59  Collect9:59 Genesis 12:1-937:04 Psalm 33:12-2142:25 Romans 4:1-1749:33 John 3:1-16 Our outro music is an original song by our friend Dcn. Jeremiah Webster, a poet and professor whose giftedness is rivaled by his humbleness. You can find his published works, including After So Many Fires, with a quick Google.

Listen to this week's sermon, Parables In Practice preached by Pastor Jason Dunn from Luke 5:27-29

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In DTWOL… Who Is My Neighbor?, this Godcast invites you to step onto the road Jesus describes in Luke 10 and confront the difference between merely existing and truly living. Moving beyond proximity, familiarity, and convenience. The episode reveals how neighbor is defined by compassion in motion and love that acts. Through Scripture and reflection, the Good Samaritan is shown not only as an example to imitate, but as a picture of Jesus Himself—the One who moved toward us when we were fallen, bore the full cost of our rescue, and promised to return. This episode calls disciples out of self-justification and into Spirit-led obedience, where interruptions become divine appointments and everyday roads become holy ground. I pray it blesses your time, and encourages you to imitate Jesus, amen? God's Word:  Key verses: Luke 10:25–37; James 1:22–24; Galatians 5:16; Matthew 22:34–40; Matthew 5:17; Ephesians 2:1; Romans 5:8. Colossians 1:13; Additional Scripture references are woven throughout the Godcast and can be gleaned from the full transcript. Amen?Email: walkingtheway3@gmail.com

What do we do with the guilt of sin?  Many times we don't own it.  We tend to “pass the buck.”  We tend to rationalize “it's not MY fault.”  It's human nature.  It's exactly what Adam and Eve did in the garden that fateful day when they gave into temptation.  What do you do when YOU give into temptation?  Do you take accountability or do you pass the buck? Unfortunately, because of our sinful condition, of which David reminds us in Psalm 51, we  were even conceived in, we not only pass the buck, but we just keep on sinning in our thoughts, in our words and in our deeds.  So now what? Well, Jesus takes all of those sins.  He takes them to the cross.  He says, “The buck stops here.  Right here at the cross.”  And it does… and He did, take them to the cross with Him so that we might be forgiven and redeemed.  He WANTS you to be with Him.  It's why He did what He did.   Our response?  Repentance, just like King David.  Genesis 3:1–21 Romans 5:12–19 Matthew 4:1–11

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Luke 15 contains 3 Parables in one, describing the excessive love of God, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit for each one of us, seeking us when we are lost, and then rejoicing over us when we are found. Pastor Derek explores the profound themes of God's love and forgiveness in the Parables of Luke 15. Discover the deeper meaning behind the stories of the Prodigal Son and the Prodigal Father, and how they reveal God's extravagant love for all of us. Through the lens of these timeless Parables, he unveils the nature of God's grace, redemption, and the joy in Heaven when one sinner repents.

This is a powerful message that draws from Luke 5:27-32 to observe the mission of Christ to call sinners to repentance. This is set in the example of Levi also called Matthew who left everything to follow Christ. However, Jesus's relationship with him and other "sinners" opened Him to criticism from the mainstream preachers and scholars. Do you remember how Jesus responded?

Luke 15 contains 3 Parables in one, describing the excessive love of God, the Father, Son and Holy Spirit for each one of us, seeking us when we are lost, and then rejoicing over us when we are found. Pastor Derek explores the profound themes of God's love and forgiveness in the Parables of Luke 15. Discover the deeper meaning behind the stories of the Prodigal Son and the Prodigal Father, and how they reveal God's extravagant love for all of us. Through the lens of these timeless Parables, he unveils the nature of God's grace, redemption, and the joy in Heaven when one sinner repents.

In this Ash Wednesday message from our "Truth Bombs" series, we confront the one reality our culture works hardest to ignore: our own mortality. When we hear the words, "You are dust, and to dust you shall return," it isn't meant to terrify us, but to wake us up from the distractions and self-reliance we often use to keep death at arm's length.Whether death feels far away or is sitting close by with a specific name or diagnosis, its approach reveals what we truly stand on. If we rely only on our own achievements and confidence, we find that those foundations begin to crumble as mortality marches closer. However, by looking at the cross, we see that while death is the result of sin, it is not the end of the story.Key Highlights from the Sermon:• The Euphemism of Death: How we "medicalize" and "distract ourselves" from mortality to avoid facing our finite nature.• The Mirror of the Cross: How Jesus' suffering reflects the gravity of our sin, yet simultaneously reveals a God who is willing to give His own life for ours.• Repentance as Honesty: Discover why repentance isn't a state of despair or "managing appearances," but the beginning of true rest and honesty before a holy God.• The Promise for the Dust: The hope that because God met our dust in the person of Jesus, He has promised that "dust will rise" into a future with no more sorrow or fear.As we move from self-reliance to reliance on God, we find that the "sham is over". We don't have to hide our hearts from Him; instead, we move to where His mercy can reach us.

In this Ash Wednesday devotion, we encounter a woman who poured out a year's wages in perfume on Jesus. It was an act others called wasteful, but Jesus called beautiful. As we begin Lent by confronting our mortality and sin with ashes, we're reminded that though we deserve dust, Jesus paid the ultimate cost so death wouldn't get the final word—He does.Series Summary: The religious leaders at the cross hurled a challenge at Jesus: “Let this Messiah, this King of Israel, come down now from the cross, that we may see and believe.” They demanded proof before faith. But the Gospel of Mark, especially in its story of the Passion, invites us into a different reality: believing in order to see. From the anointing at Bethany to the silent emptiness of the tomb, Jesus' journey subverts our expectations. The one hailed as king is crowned with thorns. The one with power to calm storms submits to arrest. The consistent, sure thread through the chaos is his Word. As the angel at the tomb reminded the trembling women, “He is going ahead of you…just as he told you.” As we study through Mark's Passion, we are invited to follow Jesus—not by sight, but by faith in his sure and leading Word.Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App!Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.

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In our new series Indicators, we're asking one honest question: Am I actually growing spiritually? This week, we begin with Repentance & Holiness: Am I repenting of sin and pursuing holiness? Real growth isn't cheap grace or earned grace — it's Spirit-produced transformation.Website:www.experienceredemption.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/experienceredemptionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/experienceredemption

What happens when a church is full of love, but unwilling to say “no”? We'll examine Jesus' sobering warning to Thyatira, a vibrant and compassionate church that drifted into dangerous compromise. Discover why real love requires discernment, why repentance is more than regret, and how holding fast to Christ is the only path to lasting life.We'll approach this in three movements:1) The pathology of permissiveness2) The prognosis of permissiveness3) The prescription for permissivenessText: Revelation 2:18-29

The church in Pergamum had lost its edge, so Jesus brought His sword to church. In this message, Lead Pastor Jamie Nunnally continues the sermon series on the letters of Revelation.Pergamum, the Roman capital of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), faced intense pressure to worship Caesar and was filled with temples to false gods.Revelation 2:12 (NLT): This is the message to Pergamum from the one with the sharp two-edged sword...Hebrews 4:12 (NLT): The word of God is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword...The word of God has two edges: comfort and correction—one delivers, the other disciples.Revelation 2:13 (NLT): I know that you live where Satan has his throne.Pergamum was saturated with idolatry.Revelation 2:14–15 (NLT): You tolerate teaching like Balaam and the Nicolaitans—the doctrine that sin is no big deal.Jesus confronts their compromise with sexual immorality and idolatry.Revelation 2:16 (NLT):God wants to fight for you, but if you play for the other team, He will fight against you. Refuse His correction, and you will face sin's consequences.Revelation 2:17 (NLT):The promises: manna—provision now and in the life to come—and a white stone with a new name. A white stone meant "not guilty" and was a token of admission.Timeless Truths1. Where you live shouldn't affect how you live.Philippians 3:20 (ESV): Our citizenship is in heaven.You live here, but obey there—address here, allegiance there.James 4:4 (NLT):Be friends to the world, not of it. A friend OF the world imitates it; a friend TO the world calls people out of it.You can't be like the world and help it. Boats belong in the water, but water doesn't belong in the boat. You're in the world; it shouldn't be in you.2. Jesus gives freedom from sin, not freedom to sin.Grace empowers you to meet the standard.Compromise treats forgiveness as a reset instead of transformation.God's forgiveness gives freedom to say no.Titus 2:11–12 (NLT):Live with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion. Grace gives power over sin, not permission for it.3. Change comes from repentance, not remorse.Remorse feels; repentance acts. Remorse looks back; repentance moves forward.2 Corinthians 7:10 (NLT):Worldly sorrow repeats the pattern; godly sorrow produces change.God's word is a sword—it cuts to heal, not humiliate. Repentance isn't "I'm sorry," but "I surrender."4. God's promise is greater than your compromise.God's grace outruns our failures.2 Timothy 2:13 (NLT): If we are unfaithful, He remains faithful.Your failure isn't final. God warns to welcome, not write you off—He writes a new name on a white stone.ClosingCompromise is a destructive fire—ignored, it spreads and consumes.Though compromise destroys, Jesus restores. He calls us to repent, not to shame us, but to save us.What compromise is God asking you to deal with today?

February 22, 2026

Repentance isn't just for those far from God. It's for all of us. This season isn't about earning God's favor through sacrifice or ritual. It's about preparing our hearts to truly understand what Jesus did for us. And in that story, we find good news.

Good News People: Repentance is Good News, Luke 3:2-18, Pastor Kyle Fellows

Luke 15:11-19.

When true forgiveness and restoration enter our lives, we should want to change. We should desire to turn away from the things that were doing us harm so that we can walk in God's ways. By Pastor Shawn Lyons.

Being willing to die for something is admirable, but what is often more difficult is living for something—day-by-day, decision-by-decision. The church at Pergamum was willing to die for Christ, but was unwilling to live for him. Its holiness was hypocritical, and the lifestyles of its were licentious. Jesus called them to repentance, and promised to be their strength and their very great reward. We see four things in the text: 1. Hypocritical Holiness (v. 14) 2. Licentious Lifestyles (vv. 14–15) 3. Repentance and Reformation (v. 16) 4. A Promise of Purity (v. 17)

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One of the earliest calls to repentance helps understand why someone would change their mind and their life in response to something bigger than themselves. (Matthew 3:1-12) Our message notes can be found here http://www.gatheringcafe.com/thewestsidegathering/podcasts/WSGmsg20260222_DavidM.pdf

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This week, I'm diving into a topic that I wrestle with often—what does it really mean to repent, and how does it connect to forgiveness? After wrapping up my teaching term with Pathways Institute, where we explored Neil Anderson's "The Divine Gift of Forgiveness," I share some personal stories (including a playful moment with my daughter and some very green food coloring) and get raw about what forgiveness looks like from both a parental and a divine perspective. Does repentance earn us God's love or acceptance? Are we using the right words when we talk about forgiveness?Join me as I sort through these questions in real time—how does repentance change us, not just our actions but our hearts? And what, if anything, does it do to our relationship with God? If you've ever wondered about the connection between daily repentance and feeling qualified (not just "worthy") to live in God's presence, this episode is for you.I want to know what you think—maybe you have answers or questions of your own. Email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com, and let's keep the conversation going. In the meantime, let's focus on making daily repentance part of our journey and stay more connected to our divine heavenly parentage.Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeByteshttps://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/Check out my new podcast: The Unstuck Career podcast athttps://kenwilliamscoaching.com/listen

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Repentance isn't popular. But it might be the single greatest key to seeing God more clearly in your life.In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett Unclebach and Nick Surface dive into what repentance actually means — not guilt, not shame, and not just saying “my bad,” but a true change of mind and heart that realigns you with God's way.The word for repentance literally means “to think differently afterwards.” It's the process God uses to transform you from the inside out — not through willpower alone, but through humility, knowledge of God, and the work of the Holy Spirit.This conversation breaks down:Why repentance is the pathway to deeper intimacy with GodHow humility opens the door for transformationThe difference between remorse and real repentanceWhy the Holy Spirit reveals areas of growth progressivelyHow knowledge of God reshapes your thinking and identityWhy repentance isn't a one-time event — it's a lifestyleGarrett and Nick explain how spiritual growth works in layers: God doesn't expose everything at once. Instead, as you mature, He reveals new areas where His way is better — inviting you into deeper freedom, obedience, and purpose.If you want more clarity… more direction… more of God's presence in your life — this episode explains why repentance isn't punishment. It's invitation.Because repentance isn't about what you're losing.It's about what you're finally able to see.Join a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereIf you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here.Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

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