About this episode

Dr. Erik Thoennes discusses the difference between Godly sorrow and feeling bad, focusing on true repentance and living joyfully as Christians.

What is the difference between Godly sorrow and feeling bad about something we've done? How can we move into true repentance and live with the joy we ought to as Christians? Dr. Erik Thoennes joins the show to discuss this, 2 Corinthians 7:10 , and much more. For John Piper's message "The Good End of Godly Regret" CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

People in this episode

Host: Bill Arnold

Guest: Erik Thoennes

Topics covered

• Godly repentance
• joy in Christianity
• Godly sorrow
• true repentance
• Christian living

Keywords

• Godly sorrow
• true repentance
• Christian joy
• Erik Thoennes
• 2 Corinthians 7:10

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Faith Radio

Books & works: The Good End of Godly Regret

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