Bible Verses About "What Is Conviction in the Bible"
Conviction is the Holy Spirit's work of convincing sinners of their sin, righteousness, and coming judgment, leading them to repentance and faith in Christ.
Conviction is the Holy Spirit's work of convincing sinners of their sin, righteousness, and coming judgment, leading them to repentance and faith in Christ.
"And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment." — John 16:8 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is Conviction in the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment."
"Of sin, because they believe not on me."
"Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost."
Related Questions & Their Verses
What Is Repentance?
Acts 3:19 · 2 Corinthians 7:10 · Acts 17:30
Who Is the Holy Spirit?
John 14:26 · Galatians 5:22-23 · Acts 1:8
What Is the Unforgivable Sin?
Matthew 12:31-32 · Mark 3:29 · Hebrews 6:4-6
Why Did Jesus Have to Die on the Cross?
Romans 5:8 · Isaiah 53:5 · 2 Corinthians 5:21
How Are You Saved According to the Bible?
Ephesians 2:8-9 · Romans 10:9-10 · John 14:6
What Is the Gospel?
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 · Romans 1:16 · John 3:16
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