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Romans 6:1-14
Repentance and righteousness are virtually inseparable. Without repentance, righteousness has no beginning. It is impossible for a person to be righteous while still on the old path that leads to death. One must turn away from that path and then begin living righteously. In the same way, without righteousness, repentance has no fruit, nothing to show for a person's contrition. Thus, one without the other is nothing. They must be done together.
This work in tandem is illustrated in the first occurrence of the word "repentance" (metanoia) in the New Testament, Matthew 3:8, in the preaching of John the Baptist: "Therefore bear fruits worthy of repentance." What is repentance without righteousness? Nothing. True repentance is only verified by its fruit, right conduct.
Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Repentance: The Genuine Article (Part Five)Related Topics: Bearing the Fruits of Righteousness | Change in Conduct | Changed Behavior | Fruits of Repentance | John the Baptist | Metanoia | Repentance and Righteousness are Inseparable | Repentance The Genuine ArticleOther Forerunner Commentary entries containing Romans 6:11:
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