Repentance means simply turning from sin to God. It is required of all people everywhere, both saved and unsaved (Acts 17:30). In the heart of God there is a deep desire for all to come to repentance. This can be seen in Ezekiel 18:23, “Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Sovereign Lord. Rather, am I not pleased when they turn from their ways and live?” and also in II Peter 3:9, “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”