The Seven Rhythms

Repentance

Sunday January 19, 2025 - Pastor Wungreiso Valui

Acts 2:37-39

Acts 2:Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Men and brethren, what shall we do?"Then Peter said to them, "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call."

Breakthroughs

True breakthroughs begin with acknowledging sins and shortcomings, seeking God's forgiveness, and committing to a journey of growth and transformation.

Repentance Brings Conviction and Change

Repentance addresses the root of strongholds-sin and rebellion-and replaces them with God's truth, breaking the enemy's grip on our lives.

Repentance Invites God's Presence

By repenting, believers open themselves to God's renewing presence, which dismantles the lies and powers maintaining the stronghold.

Repentance Redirects Authority

In sin, we give authority to the enemy, allowing him to build strongholds in our lives. Repentance reclaims that authority in Christ Jesus.

Question:

Are sin, rebellion, unbelief, and lack of faith creating strongholds in your life? Are you seeking a breakthrough? What steps are you taking to address it?

Challenge: Steps You Can Take

• 1. Acknowledge the Need: Recognize areas of sin, shortcomings, or stagnation in your life.
• 2. Seek Forgiveness: Humbly confess your sins to God and receive His grace.
• 3. Pray and Seek the Holy Spirit: Ask God to fill you with His Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a promise that we receive by faith.
• 4. Baptism in Water and Spirit: If you haven't been baptized, take the step of obedience in water baptism. Ask your pastors or leaders to pray for you for baptism.
• 6. Spend Time in Worship and the Word: The Holy Spirit works through the Word of God and draws near when you worship in spirit and truth.
• 7. Live a Life of Fasting and Prayer: Fasting and prayer create space to hear God clearly and align yourself with His Spirit.
• 8. Commit to Growth: Dedicate yourself to continuous spiritual, emotional, and personal growth.