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Examples of people who repented in the Bible

          Repentance is one of the most powerful themes in Scripture. It is the doorway to restoration, forgiveness, and a renewed relationship with God. The Bible is filled with real-life examples of men and women who sinned but turned back to God with a sincere heart — and were met with mercy.           Below are eight powerful examples that reveal God’s heart for the repentant. 1. King David – Broken and Contrite           In 2 Samuel 11–12, David committed adultery with Bathsheba and orchestrated the death of her husband Uriah. When the prophet Nathan confronted him, David did not excuse himself — he admitted his sin. Repentance : Psalm 51 captures David’s deep sorrow: “ Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me ” (Psalm 51:10). Lesson : Genuine repentance is heartfelt and humble. God forgave David and continued to use him mightily. 2. The Prodigal Son – Coming Back Home   ...