Can you repent more than once?

On the one hand, because of the infinite Atonement of Jesus Christ, repentance is available to everyone, even those who have made the same mistakes many times.
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Can you repent everyday?

Joseph Smith talked about repenting daily, not to do it casually but with real intent. It's hard to do that if you don't have the right spirit with you, and prayer puts you in that spirit.
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What sins Cannot be forgiven by God?

In the Book of Matthew (12: 31-32), we read, "Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven men, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven.
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How often do we need to repent?

The prophets have declared that “this life is the time for men to prepare to meet God” (Alma 34:32). We should repent now, every day. When we get up in the morning, we should examine ourselves to see whether the Spirit of God is with us.
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Will God forgive you more than once?

Jesus calls us to keep on forgiving, regardless of the details or reasons forgiveness is needed. If forgiving someone more than once or twice seems unreasonable, just remember how often God forgives you. He doesn't put a limit on how many times you turn to him with your sincere heart, humbly seeking forgiveness.
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How many times can you repent for the same sin?

There are two things to remember here: (1) God's mercy is indeed infinite, and (2) true repentance means forsaking your sins. On the one hand, because of the infinite Atonement of Jesus Christ, repentance is available to everyone, even those who have made the same mistakes many times.
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Can God reject repentance?

Yes, God forgives and relents from punishment for those who truly love God, but there are also times and situations where there may be no turning back. Repentance can come too late after too much damage is done and there is no going back.
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What does the Bible say about continuing to sin?

It's damaging, and for the unredeemed, it is damning (Romans 6:23). So, shall we then continue in sin that grace may abound? Paul replies with a resounding “God forbid” (Romans 6:2). To desire to continue in sin shows a misunderstanding of this abundant grace and a contempt for Jesus' sacrifice.
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What are the signs of true repentance?

They are sincere about getting free from sin and aren't justifying or arguing their case any longer. They are genuine and sincere about being more Christ-like. Second, they want to clear themselves. This isn't paying for their own sin, they don't want to hide their sin but have it removed at all costs.
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Does God forgive all sins?

All sins shall be forgiven, except the sin against the Holy Ghost; for Jesus will save all except the sons of perdition. What must a man do to commit the unpardonable sin? He must receive the Holy Ghost, have the heavens opened unto him, and know God, and then sin against him.
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What are the 3 worst sins?

These "evil thoughts" can be categorized into three types: lustful appetite (gluttony, fornication, and avarice) irascibility (wrath) mind corruption (vainglory, sorrow, pride, and discouragement)
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Is smoking a sin?

God clearly states in the Sixth Commandment: 'Thou shalt not kill. ' Smoking endangers not only your own life, but also affects the lives of others. In this article, we will prove that smoking is a sin!
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Can a believer commit the unforgivable sin?

Therefore, when others ask, “Can a Christian commit the unpardonable sin?” the clearest answer is “no,” because to be a follower of Jesus is to believe and accept the testimony of the Spirit – that Christ is Lord – which is the exact opposite of the Pharisees' response.
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How many times do I need to ask God for forgiveness?

"As many as seven times?" Jesus said to him, "Not seven times, but seventy-seven times." (Matthew 18:22). Just think HOW MANY TIMES God is able to forgive you! What if we continue to sin? Don't deliberately repeat your sins knowing that you will be forgiven.
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What repentance is not?

Repentance is not repetition of sin. It is not laughing at sin. It is not justification for sin. Repentance is not the hardening of the spiritual arteries.
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Which comes first forgiveness or repentance?

GOD'S FORGIVENESS PRECEDES REPENTANCE

The common assumption, found even in the most standard textbooks and dictionaries of theology, is that our forgiveness remains conditional Page 2 God's Repentance-Enabling Forgiveness 65 upon our repentance: first we repent, and then God forgives.
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What are the 4 steps of repentance?

The first is responsibility: We must recognize that we have done wrong. The second is regret: We must have true remorse for doing wrong and for the pain and problems we've caused. The third is resolve: We must be committed never to repeat the act regardless of the temptations or situation.
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How do I repent and turn to God?

To truly repent we must recognize our sins and feel remorse, or godly sorrow, and confess those sins to God. If our sins are serious, we must also confess them to our authorized priesthood leader. We need to ask God for forgiveness and do all we can to correct whatever harm our actions may have caused.
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How do I know I have been forgiven by God?

When asked those questions, I usually responded by saying, “If you feel the Spirit—when you pray, read the scriptures, teach, testify, or at any other time—then that is your witness that you have been forgiven or, alternatively, that the cleansing process is taking place, for the Spirit cannot dwell in an unholy ...
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Should we keep on sinning?

Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? Or don't you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death?
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Does the Bible say that all sin is equal?

Div. Current wisdom tells us that all sin is equal in the eyes of God.
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Is it ever too late for redemption?

Some people may feel it is too late to find salvation or too late to repent, amend their lives and be saved. They may feel they have done too many bad things or made too many mistakes or their guilt may prevent them from feeling that salvation is still available to them. But it is never too late!
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Does God help us repent?

God “commands all people everywhere to repent” (Acts 17:30). But repentance is also a gift.
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