ThanQ. My understanding is that the countenance is not just a "put on" face. Watch people when they are unguarded-  which over time will be revealed. Thus the need for Holy Spirit's gift of discernment, which can advise and assess the person's character.  Yes, you are spot on-remorse is not the answer as it is not even the half of it and anyone can fake. "Remorse is when you are caught." True repentance  is what is required-a turning around, laying down, setting aside, and putting to death the sin impulses which we must battle against. Old man sin is dead,  but the temptations will still arise. While the spirit man is brought to life in Christ, ohhhh the sanctification is a slower process  as the sin habits and tendencies are overcome. Not easy, but that is sanctification. Glory to glory. This also only possible through His   Holy Spirit working from the inside to the outer. The joy of obedience, the glowing heart, shines in the face of the submitted believer.  As for those still in bondage-especially the willfully rebellious, and those who are duped and also bound...it shows. Lord help us all!  I much appreciate your response, student of the Scriptures. I sincerely do.