that English word is derived from the Latin paeniteo, which means to make sorry. The emphasis of the Greek word, however, is not on the feelings but on the mind or purpose of the individual who repents. John did not call on his congregation to be sorry, but to change their mind or purpose toward their sins and the salvation God was bringing through the King. Many have seen in John’s message of repentance a direct connection with the message of the Old Testament prophets. They frequently called upon