This scripture deepened my understanding of repentance, illustrating that while the law of justice dictates that we receive exactly what we deserve, the law of mercy offers us more than we deserve.

A scripture that has helped me understand repentance is found in The Book of Mormon. In Alma 34:15-16, it states, "And thus he, (meaning Jesus Christ), shall bring salvation to all those who shall ...

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Scriptures: Proverbs 18:2, Proverbs 29:11, Matthew 12:36, Ephesians 4:29, Ephesians 5:4, Colossians 3:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and James 1:19. Sins of speech are epidemic among believers.