The idea of “correction” is not seen as a positive experience for most of us, and has been since childhood. Yet God’s righteous correction can be so beneficial. It should not be avoided.
Help!
Doctors don’t come ringing our doorbell to treat us. We have to go to them if we are not feeling well. The same goes for all of our challenges. We cannot hope for help if we do not ask for it.
Repentance leads to maturity
We often hear that in choosing a partner age does not matter, the important thing is “maturity”. So, how do we develop this maturity? The best way is through repentance.