When someone has hurt you, how should you respond? Should you deny it? Ignore it? Get even? Give up? God's Word says to forgive. Offering forgiveness is often easier said than done and knowing how to gently encourage others to show forgiveness can be difficult too. This ready-to-use PowerPoint, What the Bible Says About Forgiveness, is perfect for any Bible study on forgiveness. It covers key scriptures, stories, and principles from the Bible on forgiveness and answers the essential questions: Why should I forgive? How can I forgive? and how can I get rid of my anger?

This Full-color Presentation Will Add Depth to Any Forgiveness Bible Study. It includes:

• More than 100 ready-to-use slides packed with stunning graphics and simple summaries
• 10 Inspirational quotes and 10 Bible stories on forgiveness (Covers Joseph and his brothers; Prodigal Son; Peter, and more!)
• Printable worksheets and handouts (you can use a Forgiveness study guide)

"Forgiveness is unlocking the door to set someone free and realizing you were the prisoner!"--Author Unknown

Why Forgive? 4 Reasons Why We Should Forgive:

1. Forgiveness frees the forgiver
2. Forgiveness enables us to be forgiven
3. Forgiveness heals relationships
4. Forgiveness shows God's love

Section Overview of What the Bible Says about Forgiveness

1. Forgiveness is Needed

Covers the damages of sin and sources of brokenness.

2. Forgiveness is Possible

Explains God's desire to forgive; Jesus' ministry of reconciliation; and more!

3. Forgiveness is Ongoing

Tackles the myth that forgiveness is a one-time event and explains how to continually forgive others.

4. Why Forgive?

Reveals 4 key reasons why we should forgive others and explains the difference between reconciliation and forgiveness.

5. How to Forgive?

Suggests 7 practical ways to forgive, from praying for our enemies to releasing our right to revenge.

6. 10 Bible Stories of Forgiveness

Gives a brief overview of key Bible stories on forgiveness and reconciliation, including:

• Jacob and Esau
• Joseph and his brothers
• King David
• Prodigal Son
• Peter
• Stephen
• And more!

Pastors and teachers will enjoy the presentation's flexibility. Present the PowerPoint in one setting or as a series of study sessions. Once loaded onto a computer, the teacher has flexibility as to how the information is presented:

• Rearrange the format for specific environment or time considerations
• Present at the speed that's best for study participants
• Or use only a portion of the information for a special presentation

Perfect for individual use, Forgiveness Bible study, small groups or Sunday school classes, discipleship, new believer's classes, recovery groups (divorce, addiction, and abuse), "basics of faith" course, and more!