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Alive Again: Find Healing in Forgiveness (Alive Again Bible Study on Forgiveness) Paperback – July 14, 2021
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Have you ever felt the weight of betrayal, the sting of careless words, or the ache of unresolved pain? Forgiveness isn’t easy—it’s a path often marked with tears, resistance, and uncertainty. Yet it’s a journey God calls us to take, promising freedom and healing on the other side.
In Alive Again, Bible teacher Sarah K. Howley invites you to explore the forgiving heart of God and discover how forgiveness can transform your relationships, your faith, and your life. Through eight thought-provoking sessions, you’ll uncover what the Bible teaches about forgiveness, reconciliation, and healing—even when the wounds run deep or reconciliation feels impossible.
This study will help you:
- Embrace God’s healing power for your past hurts.
- Let go of hidden offenses that shape your actions and relationships.
- Surrender painful memories to the truth of scripture and find peace.
- Experience freedom by aligning your heart with God’s intention for forgiveness.
- Walk the path of healing—even when apologies or reconciliation are out of reach.
- Scripture-based guidance for every session.
- Reflection questions for personal and group application.
- A safe space to confront hurts and find hope.
It’s time to release the weight of the past and step into the full and abundant life God has promised. Start your journey with Alive Again today.
- Print length136 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJuly 14, 2021
- Dimensions6 x 0.31 x 9 inches
- ISBN-101736907107
- ISBN-13978-1736907108
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"Jesus told us we need to forgive, but he never said we need to be a doormat. There's a big distinction that Alive Again handles in depth and with clarity. I felt her practical tips for moving forward even when things aren't fully reconciled would be particularly helpful for people trying to move past the hurt." - Shirley Alarie, Finding God Among Us
"This book is amazing!" - Ann, Reviewer
"I've learned a lot from this great book and highlighted many sections throughout." -Violet Perry, Just a Bookish Blog
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- Publisher : Flaming Dove Press (July 14, 2021)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 136 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1736907107
- ISBN-13 : 978-1736907108
- Item Weight : 6.7 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.31 x 9 inches
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Sarah K. Howley is the founder of InspiritEncourage ministries, a trained Christian counselor, and the author of numerous Bible studies. She loves Jesus and is passionate about helping believers grow spiritually and take on His character. Sarah often travels the world, usually with espresso in hand. She and her husband support initiatives for feeding the hungry and for expanding access to reading.
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024I have not finished reading this book, as I am a work in progress. Forgiveness is a difficult goal to achieve.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2024Alive Again: Find Healing in Forgiveness offers a powerful guide on embracing God's forgiveness. The Bible study helps uncover hidden hurts and teaches how to let go of them. The sessions are insightful and deeply rooted in scripture. However, some parts felt repetitive. Overall, it's a great resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of forgiveness and find healing.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2022When we as Christians speak to others about forgiveness, we first need to remember forgiveness itself is a two-way street. And for starters, we need to remember that MATTHEW 6:15 [NKJV] tells us:
"But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."
All of us have gotten hurt by other individuals from time to time in our lives, and the resulting feeling has always been real and immense. When this happens, it might become one of the most challenging things we'll have to confront. The truth is when this occurs, the discomfort of existing with the hatred within us, coupled with our unforgiveness towards that individual, can taint our souls and even devastate us.
The truth is that forgiving others is the requirement for our forgiveness; if in doubt, then read MATTHEW 6:14-15 [NKJV]:
14 "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
15 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
We shouldn't possess any hatred or anger in our hearts, and if we should, for eternity, we need to turn to our Lord for His healing and obtain the capability to forgive. So, in the end, regarding forgiveness, we need to remember what we read in EPHESIANS 4:32 [NKJV]:
"And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you."
The Bible is an encyclopedia of knowledge of both worlds; the world of the Christian faith and that of the secular world. This is why they turn to the Bible when seeking the best guide for our brokenness and relationships, especially the ones we possess with the Lord. However, given the complexity of the Bible, even as Christians, we require someone to assist in guiding us through its pages.
This book and its author Sarah K. Howley have successfully shown readers how to embrace the Lord and follow the path that leads to Him. Forgiving others has its rewards; aside from our relationships with the Lord and others, there is a healing process of negative past events in our lives that He provides us with, which has sometimes influenced our negative behavior for far too long.
For wanting to transform the lives of her readers through her knowledge of Scripture, incorporating her personal experiences, and giving them practical applications of these things; being the voracious reviewer of nonfiction Christian books I am, I've given Ms. Howley 5 STARS for her endeavor here.
I received an e-book copy of this book from the author through a giveaway she had on LibraryThing, and the above has been my honest opinion.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2022The author uses the parable of the Prodigal Son as the basis for the exploration of hurt, forgiveness, and reconciliation, in the same way, that Henri Nouwen used Rembrandt’s famous painting as the starting point for the same topic.
The author’s style is simple, engaging, and empathic. She does not veer into over-sentimentalism, and nor does she veer into overbearing. Rather it is a heart-to-heart conversation between the author and the reader. Despite its brevity and simplicity, it is quite deep, as she touches on both the psychological and the spiritual aspects of healing and forgiveness. Oftentimes, she effectively uses anecdotes from literature, movies, and scripture to illustrate certain concepts.
Two literary figures come to mind Edmond Dantes, the Count of Monte Christo, and Benhur. Both novels deal with the severe injustice that destroyed the protagonists’ lives forever overnight. Both were consumed by hurt, rage, and hatred and they lived their wretched lives driven by an obsession for revenge in order to right the injustice. Both rejected the advice to turn to Christ from the jailed priest-confessor, and from the slave girl who had lost just as much as her master. In their new lives, both protagonists became bitter, introspective, and anti-social, even though they acquired so much money and prestige. Both responded by turning to Christian tenets in different ways with different results. Edmond Dantes set himself up as the Old Testament avenging God, sitting on his throne rewarding those who helped him, and punishing his accusers in the most cynical, cruel, and premeditated way possible. Although he achieved his aim, the book closes with him as an unhappy, cold man unable to gain any inner peace. Although Benhur kills Messala, he remains a hostile, self-pitying brutal figure, until grace unexpectedly saves him, and he is reborn.
That’s what the author explains. In order to have peace of soul, there has to be a change of heart and that cannot happen without genuine prayer. You can only do as much as you can, but give yourself to God and God will do the rest. Benhur did that, Edmond Dantes did not. I was struck by the reaction of the family of the murdered victim in Dead Man Walking, as they harassed Sr. Helen Prejean. They were not satisfied solely with justice. It was revenge they were after. They were dead-set on witnessing the murderer suffer as he was executed. Did that closure bring them healing?
“Forgiveness requires the cross. It takes the cross for me to understand and grasp forgiveness. I did not need to carry my mistakes, my sin, and my hurt around with me. I have been truly set free and that has happened through the forgiveness I received because of the cross. I am alive again.” Those are the words of the author commenting on Beth More’s book, but they could have easily been spoken by Ben Hur.
All in all, a commendable book.
- Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023What sets this book apart is its depth and practicality. The author not only delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of forgiveness but also offers practical tools and exercises to help readers navigate their personal journeys. The book's approach is gentle yet empowering, inviting readers to explore forgiveness as a profound act of self-love and growth.
The writing style is eloquent and heartfelt, creating a safe space for readers to reflect on their own experiences and emotions. The author's ability to convey the transformative potential of forgiveness is both inspiring and uplifting, making this book a source of hope for those seeking relief from the burden of past hurts.
As a reader, I felt deeply moved by the author's insights and guidance. "Alive Again: Find Healing in Forgiveness" reminded me that forgiveness is not just about letting go of resentment; it's about reclaiming our own sense of peace and restoring our well-being. The book offers a roadmap to embracing forgiveness as a means of embracing life anew.