a. Repentance is an unpleasant duty to be performed at the beginning of the Christian life.
b. We have a hazy concept of repentance. Repentance is considered inconsistent with happiness and happiness is the Christian's goal. To "fall on the Rock" is ridiculed. Much opposition to the believer's cross. Ego must be satisfied.
c. Repentance is a satisfying, happy experience of reality. It deepens throughout life. An ever deepening sorrow for sin means an ever closer relationship to Christ who was "made to be sin for us." One who "glories in the cross" is committed to any sacrifice.