(13) Repentance and freedom.

ENOCH walked with the LORD and was taken up, that succeeding generations might learn by his example. (Sirach 44:16)

But now, give praise to the LORD, the God of your fathers, and do his will (Ezra 10:11)

Turn and be converted from all your crimes, that they may be no cause of guilt for you. (Ezek 18:30)

Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand! (Matt 3:2)

After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: «This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.» (Mark 1:14-15)

Jesus heard this and said to them (that), «Those who are well do not need a physician, but the sick do. I did not come to call the righteous but sinners.» (Mark 2:17)

I tell you, in just the same way there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who have no need of repentance. (Luke 15:7)

You are my friends if you do what I command you. I no longer call you slaves, because a slave does not know what his master is doing. I have called you friends, because I have told you everything I have heard from my Father. (John 15:14-15)

Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the holy Spirit. (Acts 2:38)

Repent of this wickedness of yours and pray to the Lord that, if possible, your intention may be forgiven. (Acts 8:22)

Those whom I love, I reprove and chastise. Be earnest, therefore, and repent. Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, (then) I will enter his house and dine with him, and he with me. I will give the victor the right to sit with me on my throne, as I myself first won the victory and sit with my Father on his throne. (Rev 3:19-21)