The New Freedom of Forgiveness

by David Augsburger

Publisher:

Moody Publishers

, 2000

Overview

Seventy times seven...how many times shall I forgive? Our Lord answers us clearly that our forgiveness of those who hurt us shall have no end. This is one of the most difficult things any person has to face. David Augsburger understands this. He knows the outrageous cost-and incomparable value-of forgiving. He also knows this is a believer’s only option. Any other course of action will not only be destructive, it will violate the will of God.

In The New Freedom of Forgiveness, Dr. Augsburger expands upon his classic writing to provide a more comprehensive, expanded, and stronger message. Combining personal testimonies with Scripture, Dr. Augsburger provides readers with practical guidance on applying forgiveness in our everyday lives. With an excellent new study guide, readers will be challenged on an even deeper level. We are commanded to forgive everything. Not just the little stuff, the minor irritations and thoughtless behavior of others, but everything. When we forgive, we are set free from bondage. The New Freedom of Forgiveness is an essential resource not only for understanding what God requires, but also learning how to apply it every day. Read this life-changing book and discover the freedom of forgiveness.

Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Why Seek Forgiveness?

2. What Then Is Forgiveness?

3. How Is Forgiveness Possible?

4. Can Forgiving Be Learned?

5. What About Injury, Hurt, and Anger?

6. What About Apology and Confession?

7. Who Forgives Whom in Marriage?

8. How Does Forgiveness Challenge Prejudice?

9. Is Forgiving a Way of Everyday Living?

10. Does Forgiving Include the Enemy?

11. Does Forgiving Lead to Agape Love?

Product Details

• Title : The New Freedom of Forgiveness
• Author: Augsburger, David
• Publisher: Moody Publishers
• Publication Date: 2000
• ISBN: 9781575676852

About David Augsburger

David Augsburger, who has taught at Fuller since 1990, is professor of pastoral care and counseling in the School of Theology. The author of 20 books in pastoral counseling, marriage, conflict and human relations, Augsburger’s most recent writings are Pastoral Counseling Across Cultures (1995), Conflict Mediation Across Cultures (1992), Sustaining Love (1989), and the caring series beginning with the widely published Caring Enough to Confront (1980). Before coming to Fuller, Augsburger taught at seminaries in Chicago, Indiana and Pennsylvania. For over a decade, he served as radio spokesperson for the Mennonite Churches. His productions won ten awards for creative religious broadcasting. He has written feature articles that have appeared in over 100 different periodicals. An ordained minister of the Mennonite Church and a diplomat of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, Augsburger is active in teaching counseling and leading workshops internationally, and in doing supervision and therapy. in the and