repenting means stopping the sin.
it just does, no matter how we finesse it.
ultimately, the purpose of repentance is to stop the sin.
it's a hard go, especially if one comes to Christ later in life with all the baggage in tow.
nevertheless....changing one's mind is evidenced by the ceasing of sin.
I'm not claiming sinless perfection, God knows.
but the crushed spirit resulting from sin is something I am sick and tired of.
sick and tired of sin.
I reckon that's the starting point for repentance.
sick and tired of being sick and tired