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“Starting Fresh”
Categories: GOD, RELATIONSHIPS, SALVATIONWhen I was young, I publicly received Jesus in my life, but I fell into a sinful life until now. I’m forty-two; can I return to God? I’m worried about what Hebrews 6:4-6 says; do I have any hope?Sincerely,
Wanting Out
Dear Wanting Out,
Yes, there is hope. Heb 6:4-6 says that it is impossible for anyone else to renew a person who has fallen away to repentance. The point is that when someone falls away, there isn’t anything new that can be said… the person’s problem isn’t ignorance – it’s attitude. Only you can change your attitude, and it sounds like you have.
Think of your journey to God as starting anew – don’t make any assumptions. We must study the Scriptures to find what makes God happy (Rom 10:17). We recommend you read “What Must I Do To Be Saved?” and carefully examine the Scriptures in that post to see if you have obeyed them. After that, we recommend you read “Finding The Church” and carefully examine whether or not the church you are currently attending (if you are attending one) is doing what the Bible teaches. If you would like help finding a congregation, e-mail us at askyourpreacher@mvchurchofchrist.org. God finds great joy when lost sheep are found… rejoice in a new beginning to your journey (Lk 15:4-7).
