Repentance, like faith, is a gift of God. It is an acquiring of an attitude. Whenever you see the command to "repent" in scripture, it carries the meaning of a beginning and continuing. Repentance is never a "one time thing." So often we repent in the "emotion of the moment." That is not Biblical repentance but remorse. (usually, feeling sorry that we got caught) In an earlier post, George W stated that the heat seems to be off and many are turning back to their usual ways. God help us. If that is true, next time it will take more to get our attention.
May God give us the spirit of repentance. And may it begin in my heart.
Lately, I have been reminded of the words of Peter that judgement begins at the house of God. May His people humble themselve, call upon His Name, depart from their wicked ways and allow Him to heal our land.
Shalom friends.
I believe you are right..If the church fails in this there is no hope