121 Podcast

Once there has been betrayal, is it possible to restore the relationship? Jim Newheiser, Professor of CounselingCharacteristics of worldly sorrow:Self-focused; self-protective.Doesn’t primarily hate the sin; hates the consequences of sin. Blame-shifting.Resents accountability. Impatient – demanding to be trusted and restored immediately. Focuses on the sins of others. Criticizes the disciplinary process. Unchanged (hard) heart. No fruit. Characteristics of godly sorrow: Focused on God and other person; well-being of others is first priority Hates the sin itself; accepts the consequences of the sin. Fully accepts responsibility. Seeks accountability. Patient.Focuses upon their own sin. Submits to the disciplinary process. Changed heart. Fruit.