A Biblical Approach
John C. W. Tran
Published 2020 by Langham Global Library
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Global Perspectives Series
Authentic Forgiveness
To my beloved wife, Angela, for her love and care over the past thirty years, for patiently supporting me to pursue what God has placed on my heart.
To my wonderful children, Joshua and Rachel, for their prayers, support, and understanding, and the joy they bring to me.
To my other family members, who always love and encourage me.
To those who are broken and hurt.
To our God who cares.
1 Location, Location, Location: Forgiving in a Chinese Context
2 Influences That Shape and Distort Perceptions and the Practice of Forgiveness
3 Broken Relationships: Seven Voices Speak about Forgiveness
4 Foundations of Authentic Forgiveness
5 Practice: A Plan of Action for Your Church
6 Practice: Implementing the Plan in Your Church
7 Final Words: As We Have Been Forgiven, so Forgive
Appendix A: Sermon Series Topics and Scriptures
Appendix B: Authentic Forgiveness Questionnaire: Sample Questions
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About Authentic Forgiveness: A Biblical ApproachNo one can avoid conflict, sin, and evil, or the hurt and brokenness they cause. The best way to transform conflict and hurt from being life-destructive to being life-constructive is to forgive and to be forgiven. Authentic, biblically based forgiveness is a gift that God offers to humanity so that hurt can be healed, the cycle of retaliation broken, a painful past soothed, and estranged relationships reconciled and restored. Dr John Tran explains how forgiveness in both Western and Chinese cultures differs from the practice outlined in God’s word. Authentic Forgiveness calls us to examine our own cultural traditions and points us towards the search for true reconciliation, where people risk to communicate, extend trust, and work through anger and pain. Combining biblical and theological understanding with practical strategies for local church ministry, Tran offers an inspiring paradigm of action for Christians in urban Asian contexts and beyond. |
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