Repentance

Repentance

By Elizabeth D.

We say we’re sorry,

but do we mean it?

We say we repent,

but do we really?

Or are we just sorry we were caught?

How can forgiveness

come before repentance?

Is not repentance the key?

How can restoration

come before realization?

Can you fix what you cannot see?

Do not apologize

for misbehavior,

do not repent

of misdeeds,

without truly meaning it.

Forgiveness can come,

after true repentance.

A heartfelt plea from the soul.

Restoration can come,

after realization.