What the Bible says about Desire to Change from Old Ways
(From Forerunner Commentary)

Luke 7:44 Christ wants Simon to realize that her loving and faithful attitude is what is required for forgiveness (II Corinthians 7:9-10). His emphasis is on the words "you" and "this." Jesus could discern Simon's attitude. Simon saw nothing but the woman's past reputation as a reckless, rejected, sleazy woman. Then Jesus delicately and graciously exposes Simon's callousness, hatred, and poor judgment. He also points out to him the depth of her repentance and faith. Her past may have been full of sin, but because of her genuinely repentant attitude, display of love, and obvious faith in Him (Hebrews 11:6), Jesus discerns a desire in her to change from her old ways and begin living God's way of life. Martin G. Collins Parable of the Two Debtors Related Topics: Forgiveness | Parable of the Two Debtors | Repentance | Repentance as Change | Repentant Attitude

 

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