Bible Verses About Repentance

Repent and turn to God — the call throughout Scripture. From Acts 3:19 to 2 Chronicles 7:14, God promises to forgive and heal. Below are 4 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about repentance?

Repent and turn to God — the call throughout Scripture. From Acts 3:19 to 2 Chronicles 7:14, God promises to forgive and heal.

4 Bible Verses About Repentance (KJV)

“The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.”

Acts 3:19 KJV Read Acts chapter 3 →

“Surely I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God.”

Luke 13:3 KJV Read Luke chapter 13 →

“Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.”

1 John 1:9 KJV — If We Confess Our Sins Read 1 John chapter 1 →

“And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.”

Joel 2:12 KJV — Pour Out My Spirit on All Flesh Read Joel chapter 2 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Repentance in the Bible

What does the Bible say about repentance?
Repent and turn to God — the call throughout Scripture. From Acts 3:19 to 2 Chronicles 7:14, God promises to forgive and heal. Key KJV passages: Acts 3:19, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 13:3, 1 John 1:9, Joel 2:12.
What are the best Bible verses about repentance?
The most important KJV passages on repentance include: Acts 3:19, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 13:3, 1 John 1:9, Joel 2:12. Read all 4 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about repentance?
The Bible addresses repentance throughout both Testaments. Key references include Acts 3:19, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 13:3, 1 John 1:9, Joel 2:12. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
What does the New Testament say about repentance?
New Testament scriptures on repentance: Acts 3:19, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 13:3, 1 John 1:9. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
How do I study Bible verses about repentance?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 4 passages on repentance at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.

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