God is patient and wants everyone to come to repentance

 “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” (2 Peter 3:9 NIV)

God’s kindness leads to repentance

“Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?” (Rom. 2:4 NIV)

Repentance — a change of heart

“...and if they have a change of heart in the land where they are held captive, and repent and plead with you in the land of their captors and say, ‘We have sinned, we have done wrong, we have acted wickedly’” (1 Kings 8:47 NIV)

God disciplines those He loves, so earnestly repent

“Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and repent.” (Rev. 3:19 NIV)

Godly sorrow brings repentance

“Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” (2 Cor. 7:10 NIV)