Steven McDonald (Foreword), Johann Christoph Arnold
Why Forgive?
- ISBN 13:
- 9780874869422
- author:
- Steven McDonald (Foreword), Johann Christoph Arnold
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Plough Publishing House
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 218
- Dimensions:
- 13.7 x 1.6 x 19 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Clergy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Why Forgive? explores the complexities of forgiveness in everyday life. Johann Christoph Arnold shares personal stories from ordinary people who have struggled with anger, resentment and hurt, revealing the often untidy experiences that can lead to peace of mind.
The book delves into the darker aspects of human experience, including violent crime, betrayal, abuse and war, as well as more mundane struggles like backbiting, gossip and strained family ties. Arnold acknowledges that not every story has a happy ending and addresses the difficulty of forgiving oneself and those who struggle to forgive others.
Through these stories, Arnold invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with forgiveness and consider what it means to find peace in the midst of hurt and turmoil.