Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Conversion?

10 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Conversion in the Bible

Discover 8 powerful Bible verses about conversion. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential theology & doctrine topic.

10
Total Verses
3
Old Testament
7
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Conversion

  1. 1
    Ezekiel 36:25
    Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Ezekiel 36:26
    A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Ezekiel 36:27
    And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Mark 16:16
    He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Acts 2:37
    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?
    KJV
  6. 6
    Acts 2:38
    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.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Acts 3:19
    Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
    KJV
  8. 8
    Romans 15:13
    Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Ephesians 4:22
    That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts;
    KJV
  10. 10
    James 4:8
    Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.
    KJV

Subtopics of Conversion

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INSTANCES OF
Affliction
By Christ
By God
By the power of the Holy Spirit
Commanded
Danger of neglecting
Duty of leading sinners to
Encouragement for leading sinners to
Exhortations to
Follows repentance
Is accompanied by confession of sin, and prayer
Is necessary
Is of grace
Is the result of faith
Ministers
Of Gentiles, predicted
Of Israel, predicted
Pray for

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Conversion? (3 Verses)

Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you.
A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh.
And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Conversion? (7 Verses)

He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
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.
Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord;
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts;
Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Conversion

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about conversion. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about conversion and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about conversion is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on conversion needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about conversion with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about conversion, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about conversion?
Discover 8 powerful Bible verses about conversion. Study what Scripture teaches about this essential theology & doctrine topic. The Bible contains 10 key verses about conversion spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about conversion are there?
There are 10 key Bible verses about conversion compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about conversion?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about conversion is Ezekiel 36:25 — "Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you."
Where in the Bible does it talk about conversion?
Conversion is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 10 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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