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In this broken world we are all touched by shame, guilt, and difficult relationships.
But God has a better way. Whether you are in need of the forgiveness and new life that Jesus extends to each of us, or you are longing for relationships that are free from blame and strife, this book is for you. Through the lens of God’s Word plus real-life stories, You Are Forgiven poignantly reminds readers that what Jesus did on the cross is the only thing that frees us from the prison of unforgiveness…
On the cross Jesus made satisfaction of God’s wrath.
On the cross Jesus made payment of our ransom.
On the cross Jesus was punished for our sins.
On the cross Jesus destroyed the power of sin and the curse of death.
And on the cross Jesus ensured forgiveness for those who believe in him.
In this 8-week Love God Greatly Bible study, you’ll learn about how Jesus obtained for us the forgiveness of sins and what that means in our everyday lives. We’ll examine many of the different facets of forgiveness, including: Why do we need it? How do we get it? What is the extent of our forgiveness, and how should it change us?
Dare to believe that you are forgiven… and then let that life-changing truth transform your life from the inside out.
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What women are saying about You Are Forgiven!
This book is by far one of the best written on the subject of Forgiveness. It prompts and motivates you to dig deeper. Each chapter stays with you much longer then the moments it took to read. The scripture and quotes are spot on. I love they way it challenges is me yet speaks so simply and direct to my spirit. The main subject may be on forgiveness but the full message is living more Christ like and realizing that has nothing to do with perfection.- Nathalia M.
This amazing book will help women to realise how much they are loved, but more importantly forgiven by a Father who loves them. I would highly recommend it!!- Doots
I can’t say enough about this study! It is designed as a book and journal combination. Love God Greatly is a wonderful site that was developed by a group of women who are passionate to bring God’s love to others.
In this latest study, You Are Forgiven, women are encouraged to read and study and realize that they ARE forgiven.
As we do the study using the SOAP method, we read the Word of God, and reason through the Scriptures with Jesus.
In a society where any behavior seems to be acceptable, women have a hard time finding the resources to help them understand that they, through Jesus Christ, are new creations and that they ARE forgiven. This study IS that resource! I absolutely love how walking and praying through this study has helped me to let go of my past and helped me realize that God is bigger than anything I’ve ever done.
I will be suggesting this study to everyone in my family and my friends. Love God Greatly has so many wonderful studies, all done using the SOAP method to help us grasp and understand the Word ourselves and have loved every study! But this one is amazing and so very important for women who want to be witnesses for the Lord. LGG has truly outdone themselves with this one!- Beth
You Are Forgiven is a powerful book written with heartfelt chapters and powerful personal testimonies that are shared each pointing women back to God’s Word and giving them the opportunity to read for themselves about the love and forgiveness found in Christ. Not only is the message of You Are Forgiven powerful….but the purpose behind the book is, too.
You see, this book is being translated into MULTIPLE languages to give out to women all over the world so they too, can read about God’s love and forgiveness found in Him.
All the proceeds from You Are Forgiven, will go towards hosting another global translator intensive in 2017….our heart and prayer is to train and equip our translators to reach their nations with God’s Word!
But we can’t do it alone…need your help!
Enter today’s GIVEAWAY and share it with your friends! If you are chosen as one of the 30 winners….congratulations! If not, consider purchasing a copy of You Are Forgiven on Amazon and help us raise the money we need to make the Love God Greatly Global Translator Intensive possible!
Together we can do this!
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THANK YOU for entering our giveaway and helping us reach more women with this power message!
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Cannot wait for this study to begin! What a life changing study to be able to participate in. I feel the message of Forgiveness in my life is needed so that I can know that God has forgiven me when I repent with my heart. But many times it is hard for me to forgive me. I cannot wait for this study to help all of us to learn how God forgives us and we should forgive others and ourselves in the same way. Thank You Love God Greatly!
I think I need this! I know I do! The one person I have the hardest time forgiving is myself.
April we are believing that this message is going to change lives. We are expecting great things for you as you journey through this study. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
Would love to add this copy to my library on forgiven! What an awesome privilege to know and receive forgiveness and be afforded the opportunity to give back what’s received!!
I love your Bible studies and feel I can really learn from the new one. Forgiven and if I would win I would give it to my daughter.
Looking forward to this study.
I know, I need this study. We really are our worse critic & while Christ has forgiven us the guilt is something we harbor. I am excited for this study to begin & sharing in fellowship.
Hi. Does this study discuss forgiving others as well as Christ forgiving us?
So many of us have people in our lives that we need to forgive. We can ” choose” to forgive because we know we must but it would be wonderful to have a good look at how our Lord helps us truly forgive from the heart and release that person. SO much freedom results for all involved.
Thank you and I look forward to reading the book to see if it might be a candidate for my group’s next study.
God Bless you all and the ministry you do!!! ???
Sounds like an amazing and much needed study for me! Thank you so much for all that you do! Can’t wait for this one!
I was walking with Lord for many years and I wiil holding sometimes shame but our Almighty God’s promises are always the only truth that we have to hear, I can not wait to start this new study, May the Lord continues bless your Ministry.
Looking forward to the study!
Martha we are looking forward to having you <3 ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
Why I needed Forgiveness in my life? Because I am the worst person in this world and I needed this than any other things here on earth.
Forgiving yourself can often be the most difficult act. Insecurity is a powerful stronghold. Looking forward to this study.
Oh there is that word INSECURITY. Definitely not a Kingdom word, right? It can get us snared up pretty good. That’s why I am loving this study because it goes in depth at what Jesus did for us and it was like WOW my heart felt how secure I really am knowing what He did for me. Oh girl this is going to rock your world and we are so excited for you to begin. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
I am so excited about this new book!
I am so excited about this study. Haven’t missed an LGG study. Thank you for your commitment to spreading God’s word.
I was a part of the launch team and have read the book. I have already ordered the book from Amazon for a lady who struggles with this problem. She is on a fixed income and I just know this book will allow her to see how much God wants to help. This has been one of the best studies/books I have read.
Peggy, I was in the Launch team also. It was so great to read about the forgiveness of God and how we need to forgive ourselves and others.
It’s so awesome of you to give this wonderful study book to someone in need. What a great gift to her!
Peggy what a blessing you are. I think of the scripture “I will bless those who bless you.” You my sister will be blessed because of your care and kindness. ~Sheila LGG Encourager
As has been mentioned before me, forgiving myself is the hardest thing to do, and letting go of my past mistakes/dumb decisions. I pray this study will help me get there once and for all!!!
I’m looking forward to this next study. As hard as I try to follow God’s commandments, I am forever falling short… thereby I am always seeking God’s forgiveness!
Cindy living a repented life is what it is all about. Love that your joining us. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
It is so amazing how God provides what is needed! This weekend I have been looking for a study on forgiveness and then this morning I received the email about this lovely Study! Can’t wait!
Forgiving yourself is hard. God’s word helps us.
I think this message of forgiveness is important in my life because I am really hard on myself for the wrong choices I’ve made and it effects my relationships.
Forgiveness is necessary in the life of every believer because we need it and need to give it to share the light of God.
So excited for another awesome bible study!!
Super excited for God’s plan for this study that is do needed by women . Thank you LGG! 🙂
I have made horrible decisions the past few years. I have betrayed my husband and kids. It is very difficult to forgive myself for what I did to them … I’m not sure I should forgive myself, though I understand God’s forgiveness.
Lisa,
God loves you right where you are at today, and His forgiveness is for YOU. I hope you will join us for this study — I am so excited about it. I need this, too.
Blessings,
Lyli, LGG Encourager
I just want to say thank you for these LGG studies! I love that they get me in the word and exploring the word!
The message of forgiveness is needed in my life because it’s good for me to be reminded of how completely forgiven and free I am in Christ. Grace and forgiveness is at the heart of the gospel. We don’t deserve it but we all need it!
It is harder for me to forgive myself than it is for me to forgive others.
As women, I think we tend to beat ourselves up for the mistakes we made/make, at least I know I do! Everyone needs this message. Everyone need to be reminded how much God loves them and that through grace, by faith we are saved, clean, washed by the blood of Jesus.
Why is it so difficult to remember that He took the cross for me? For all my sins & transgressions… I would enjoy & I certainly need daily reminders that I am forgiven & that I am loved.
This looks like an awesome study! Can’t wait! I want to grow deeper in forgiving myself and others.
I thing i need this! I no do
I thing i need is. I no do.
Forgiveness is so important to me because God has forgiven me and all of my sins through Jesus Christ. If we are unable to forgive, then we are sinning against God.
It’s God’s gift to us because forgiveness brings us deliverance and joy. Who does not want to feel like that? I thank the Lord for forgiveness!
Forgiveness is the power to be free and show others the way to freedom. It is the power to empower others toward Christ. That’s why I need forgiveness, to be free and to empower.
I have had the honor of being on the launch team, and I am so grateful for this study! I have struggled with self-forgiveness for several years now. I know that I am forgiven, but I still have those days when the enemy whispers in my ear, and I begin to have doubts. I have learned to take those doubts immediately to God, and this study will help reinforce God’s truth and promise of forgiveness! Thank you ladies at Love God Greatly! <3
Rachelle and we are so thankful for you and all the other Launch Team members for the way you took this book, connected with the message and shared it with others. <3 Sheila, LGG Encourager
Forgiveness is constantly needed due to the sin that so easily entangles. This book will be a great reminder of what we have in Jesus.
Why is this message of Forgiveness so needed in your life
Even though it took me awhile to grow my relationship with Jesus. He taught me how forgiven I am. That although my past is important to learn from but to open my heart and be humble. I’m still learning about forgiveness. Why do I need message of forgiveness. To remind myself, that no matter what I’d done in the past, I’m forgiven.
Even though it took me awhile to grow my relationship with Jesus. He taught me how forgiven I am. That although my past is important to learn from but to open my heart and be humble. I’m still learning about forgiveness. Why do I need message of forgiveness. To remind myself, that no matter what I’d done in the past, I’m forgiven.
Forgiveness. It is a word God has been trying to get me to understand before I gave my life to Him. One thing I have realised is that I had long forgiven others, but have yet to forgive myself.
This is needed to learn how to better forgive myself but also to speak about forgiveness to others that God puts along my path.
I have had the honor of being on the launch team for this book and it is amazing! I have struggled with forgiveness off and on for several years. I know I am forgiven, but I still have days when the enemy whispers words of self doubt in my ear. I take those lies to God, and am reminded of His promises. This book just reinforces the beauty of His truth and promises. Thank you ladies at Love God Greatly! <3
Forgiveness is a very hard thing to do. It can be easy to forgive others, but forgiving ourselves can be much tougher. We must give it allnto Jesus and let Him work in our hearts and break down those walls!
So many ppl struggle with guilt of the past and that old devil is always bringing it back up trying to cause doubt.
Forgiveness can be very hard to give, especially to ourselves. We must look to Jesus for His help in healing us from this.
Looking forward to the new study!
This will be my first bible study with LGG. I’m excited beyond belief to delve into the word with such an amazing group of women!
Yay! So glad you will be joining us, Hannah. It’s going to be an awesome study.
Lyli,
LGG Encourager
I would love to jump right in and getting closer to God with this book.
I am so excited for this book/study. This is such a tender and important topic and really the basis of our faith. Jesus forgives us and gives us grace upon grace and he commands us to do the same but sometimes it is so hard.
This is an awesome subject for today’s world! Can’t wait for the groups to begin. =)
We all need forgiveness and we need to forgive others…and ourselves. Forgiveness is a cleansing, a new start, a clean slate. I’m looking forward to this study.
I’m so excited for this study!
because i have wasted too much time thinking about the past that it has taken away from me living in the now.
I’m looking forward to this new study. It is so important for us to understand and remember the price that was paid for us and what that gift of grace entails. I need to leave my sins at the foot of the cross, and I need to offer others grace and forgiveness too. Thank you for all you do to teach and encourage us!
I’m excited to begin this study and get my hands on the study book!
So excited to start a new study!
I can not wait to start this amazing study. Forgiveness is a very weak area for me. Which has caused so much tension. Not only in my life, but every relationship around me. No matter how hard I try to forgive the bitterness and anger still rise up in my heart. Im ready to start this transformation. Not just for me but those around me! So yes… I need this study and it came at just the right time
We’re all in need of forgiveness daily, I know for me it’s hard to understand that Gods grace for us renews daily. I’m looking forward to my 5th LGG study!
Fingers Crossed!
This is such a sweet thing you ladies are doing. I am starting this study up with the high school girls in our youth group. It would be so awesome to win these copies, so we can get more involved with not having to worry about the cost of the books.
Couldn’t we all use a reminder that we are forgiven! Very excited for this next study.
The past more you talk to people about the Lord, the more you realize that so many are stuck in a place of not being able to forgive themselves for some sin. Satan has so many crippled and not profitable for the Kingdom because they do not understand who their God is and His amazing forgiveness through the work of Jesus Christ’s death & resurrection. I hope this book is a tool to free many people from that bondage.
This has been a long standing issue for me. Believing that God could love me despite my past and current sins. Forgiveness is not always easy to give and for me is even harder to receive. Thank you for the chance. Please also only give me one Facebook visit/like point. I am not sure but it said plus 5. Thank you.
Doreen it is our prayer that we all come out of this place. I used to believe that yeah I was forgiven but it wasn’t until sometime later that I truly received a revelation of what Jesus did for me and that God loved us all so much that He gave up His son for us so we could live. Praying my sweet friend that this study touch your heart in a powerful way. Lots of love. ~Sheila LGG Encourager
I need forgiveness in my life to remind myself that I am freely and graciously forgive in Christ for my past and I need to show myself that forgiveness and live in it. I can’t wait for this study!
Forgiveness is the reason I am a child of God. Thank you Jesus for taking my place on the cross .
When I realize the depth of Christ’s forgiveness and grace towards me then I see how I should forgive others. But so often, we count the wrongs against us and allow bitterness to take root in our hearts. This looks like a great book!
Although I do not struggle to believe that I am forgiven, I do struggle with forgiving others for big things. I am hopeful that this study will help me forgive as I have been forgiven of so much.
The message of forgiveness is important to me because some days I need reminded that I am forgiven and that God loves me so much.
I am excited for all the positive that this book could bring to my life and share with others
What an awesome change this is going to make far and wide! I’m excited and our God is so good!
I struggle SO much with forgiving some people in my life who have hurt me deeply in the past. I hold on to that hurt, even though I know I should give it to God and forgive them completely. I’ve laid the hurt at God’s feet before, but I’ve picked it back up…this is the cycle I find myself in. The message of forgiveness is one I need to hear and act on…I know it takes time! I know I won’t magically forget about past hurts and forgive those who have hurt me…but I can work on forgiveness every day of my life with God right by my side, teaching me how and whispering to me, “I have forgiven you…forgive others.”
Sweet Audra the best this you can do is be kind to yourself in the process. These hurts become deeply connected to our hearts and its like removing roots. You cant just rip it out it only regrows. It must be removed gently and that requires us to dig deep down to get every part of it out and to be free from it coming up again. I pray that this study bring you the complete healing your heart needs. We are so happy you are joining the LGG community for this study. I pray your are blessed, loved on and receive this message into the deepest parts of your heart. ~Sheila LGG Encourager
Can’t wait for this! LGG was my first online Bible Study.
I have made amazing friendships through this online community!
Satan spends every moment of my day trying to convince me that I’m a useless fraud not worthy of continued forgiveness. This study sounds like an excellent tool to point me to Biblical weapons to fight him with.
I did Ecclesiastes with my DNA group which was fabulous and we are coming back to do You Are Forgiven.
I am really pleased to be able to access such fantastic support through LGG.
Yay, Lindsie1 Welcome back. So glad that you and your group will be joining us for “You are Forgiven”! It’s going to be a life-changing study. 🙂
Lyli
LGG Encourager
Oh yes, I need this. Thank you ladies for all the hard work you do to make these Bible Studies.
I so need this study right now!! I can’t afford to purchase the book at this time but I’m going through a recent situation where I was trying my hardest to put God first in my life and my boyfriend was definitely not! And then he got mad at me for putting God first!!! I feel like this study is just going to reinforce that love God has for us and really hit home. I’m excited for it!!
I can’t wait to get this book!
We are forgiven. Alleluia! But we forget to forgive ourselves and others. We often believe the lies the enemy tells us. We need to be constantly reminded, that we are forgiven. That Christ made us worthy.
This is going to be a great study.
Sounds like a great study. Forgiveness is a topic we all need to learn more about. Forgiving ourselves and others. Can’t wait to read!
This would be so refreshing to have. I often relive past sins and need to continually remind myself that His grace is bigger than my sin.
I am looking forward to this study with my group. Especially going into the Holiday season. The book looks absolutely beautiful. I’d love to win a copy. Thank you for all that you do.
Sometimes I just need to be reminded that I am forgiven, not partly or grudgingly but completely and generously. Some days it’s hard to move past the thoughts and reminders of things I’ve done even though I know that God has forgiven me.
I would really really love this book! It’s one of the main areas he is working on in me now, & this is confirmation of it! How great is he?!?
I think Satan strives constantly to remind women that we are not enough. But WE ARE ENOUGH. We are enough because of Jesus and the forgiveness He brings. I’m very much looking forward to this study!
I really really would LOVE this book! I’ve been going through the a lot in this area & God has been working through me in this area for a while. This is just confirmation that he is Great!?
The message of forgiveness is much needed in my life. Forgiveness is where I am weakest. It is difficult for me to truly forgive those that have done me wrong. I would love to dive right into this book!
Forgiveness! Amazing!!!! Brings me comfort every day!!
Couldn’t be more perfect timing for this study.
Can’t wait! I love what I’ve read so far and the images are so inspiring!
The message of forgiveness is a much needed reminder that I don’t have to be perfect or even try to be. God meets me where I am and loves me just as I am.
Looking forward to the study ? Would love to win a book. Thank you for all you do! Just love your studies and blog.
Because we’re all forgive and must learn how to forgive as we have been forgiven!
I know God has forgiven me but it’s really hard sometimes to forgive myself. This sounds like something I need right now in my life.
I am so excited for this study because this is where I struggle the most. It’s one thing to know that you are forgiven (in your brain) but to know you are forgiven (in your heart)…..this is what I want!
I would love a copy of this because I know I need to learn how to forgive myself more often than I do & Not be so hard on myself.
I’ve been planting some new and different seeds in anticipation of a different harvest in my life. This study is very timely as I realize it’s now time to do some weeding and remove the weeds of unforgiveness that are crowding out my seeds.
Charlene, this is a now message for you then. Be blessed and set free my sister. ~ Sheila, LGG Encourager
I think this is such a great idea to do a study on forgiveness. I need this because I truly have places I could show a little forgiveness.
Forgivness is just tough, wether its forgiving myself or others. Glad this is the upcoming study!
Heather it is such a now message for us all. Forgiveness is something we need in all of our lives. So glad your joining us for this study. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
I cant wait for this study. This will be my 7th (?) study with Love God Greatly, and I have truly loved EVERY one of them and have learned from each, something about God and his love for me, and how I can better serve him!!! I would love to share this with my daughter, so I hope to win one of the free books. I’ve already ordered mine!!!
Oh Linda….your 7th!!! YAY!!! LGG’s mission statement is to Inspire, Encourage and Equip. <3 Love hearing these studies are helping you to grow and to serve others well. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
I am so excited to begin this study. Forgiveness has always been tough for me. Not only forgiving other but forgiving myself. The Bible tells us to forgive as Jesus did but sometimes I struggle with feeling the forgiveness. So hurry up August 29th because this girl is READY!!
This will be my 6th study as a facilitator and 6th study overall. Super excited to begin this one – LGG studies help me stay focused on His word everyday. You ladies ROCK! Thank you for everything you do that we never see.
Soooo excited!!
I need this study because we have all sinned and come short of God’s expectations. Plus I need the reminder that as much as I need forgiveness, I need the reminder to offer forgiveness freely.
I need this study. Would love to be able to do it with my family. Although I cannot imagine that happening maybe the study will help me deal with their rejection.
Can’t wait for this
Thanks for the opportunity to win a book! I can’t wait for the study to begin!
Forgiveness for ourselves, for others, is so freeing. Just when you think you have it, BOOM..you need it again and to give it again. I am soo ready for this study!
Thanks so much for this awesome giveaway! Looking forward to this bible study.
Forgiveness for ourselves and others is so freeing and needed! Just when we think we have it down..BOOM..we need forgiveness for ourselves and for others. I know this is a daily battle! Can’t wait for this study!
I’m looking forward to this study. God is so merciful and gracious with me, forgiving me. I want to be as quick to forgive myself.
Also I invited friends on Twitter and Facebook, but the box isn’t greying out.
I have never done an online bible study but have been looking for one. This sounds exactly like what I’ve been looking for. Can’t wait. God bless you all for bringing the bible studies to those needing to be closed to God.
Vicki,
I love this format of study. I’m in a Facebook group with other women, and I can plug in at any time and find encouragement. We learn so much from each other. Keep your eyes on the blog as groups that are open to new members will be listed here as we get closer to the study.
Blessings,
Lyli, LGG Encourager
This is going to be a powerful study that I *so* need! I know forgiveness keeps the bitterness in my life, but it is sometimes hard to forgive those that hurt me deeply.
Tami I have so been there but Jesus wants you free. This study is truly amazing. I have seen a lot of teachings on forgiveness but this one brings so much light and truth that it is going to set us all on a path to more freedom <3 ~ Sheila , LGG
I’m very excited about this study! Forgiveness is so important to me, and I think this study will help me learn how to forgive better and accept forgiveness which is something I really struggle with.
I would love to win this book so my niece and I can work through it together! Thanks so much for your wonderful studies that bring peace and joy to my heart.
Forgiveness: a topic we should focus on perpetually! I think without forgiveness a person would live a bitter life. How better to live a forgiving life! There’s PEACE within when I forgive, as God has forgiven me.
I’m so excited about this study! Forgiveness is so very important and something we all need to do. Not only do we need to forgive others, but we also need to forgive ourselves.
This will bless so many people! It looks beautiful. Wonderful job ladies! God bless what you’re doing in the body of Christ!
Can’t wait to receive this book and begin the study!
Forgiveness is just a huge issue (or walking in unforgiveness is). I’m looking forward to resin this new book!!
Forgiveness is just a huge issue (or walking in unforgiveness is). I’m looking forward to reading this new book!!
SUPER Excited for our next study!
Brenda,
WE ARE TOO!!! So glad you are joining us this fall!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
I know that I fall short daily. It’s easy sometimes to forget that we are forgiven and that He remembers our sin no more (esp. that He actually forgets our sin once it’s been forgiven). We can feel bogged down by our sins. It’s a great reminder that I AM forgiven. Can’t wait to dig in to this study!
Erica,
We all fall short, but thank God for His amazing grace and mercy! So glad you are joining us again for this study!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
I have been a part of this ministry since 2009 and I can say without a doubt it has been amazing. I have met ladies from all over the world…studied with them and have built online friendships that are more than just a cyber-like!! I feel in my spirit that this study is going to touch hearts and lives and most importantly bring the FREEDOM so many need to know that…though we are not worthy…GOD sees those that love Him and believe in HIM are more than WORTHY they are forgiven!!!! Nothing sounds so wonderful!!!! Hope to see you all in this study!!!!
Tara,
Thank you for your beautiful testimony of the heart of LGG! We are so fortunate to have you back for the study this fall. Bring as many with you as you can!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
This is a daily struggle in my life. Forgiveness how does one forgive themselves to believe God forgives them….so many painful life issues that keep me defeated.
This sounds like it’s going to be a great study.
Noella,
I’m praying that this study will be powerful for breaking any and every stronghold in your life. Accepting, believing, and walking in God’s gift of forgiveness and redemption is our foundation for our Christian walk. I’m so glad you will be doing this study! I can’t wait to hear your testimony after the study!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
How amazing to truly know that even when we cannot find the courage or strength to forgive ourselves……He forgives us. Wholly. Yes!!!! I NEED this study in my life. I need to be reminded that His forgiveness is the true forgiveness and once given it is never rescinded.
Jeanie this is so beautiful isn’t it? We are looking forward to hearing from all of you during this study. I believe the testimonies are going to be powerful. ~Sheila, LGG Encourager
This sounds like a great study to remind everyone of how God forgives.
Shauna,
It is a wonderful message about not just God’s forgiveness of us but of our forgiveness of each other! So glad you are joining us!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
I’m so excited about the upcoming study. I wish they ran back to back without having to wait. I love them!
Nikki,
It is sooo exciting, isn’t it! So glad you are joining us!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
Thanks for starting this topic! So important!
Molly,
It will be an amazing study! Gather as many of your family and friends with you to learn and grow together!
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
I can’t wait to start this study!
This is exactly what I need to learn to forgive and ask for forgiveness!
Forgiveness is so important to me because God has forgiven me and all of my sins through Jesus Christ. If we are unable to forgive, then we are sinning against God.
It’s God’s gift to us because forgiveness brings us deliverance and joy. Who does not want to feel like that? I thank the Lord for forgiveness!
I would love to read this book and I do these studies with my teen girls and my son as well and therefore I would read this book to them as well. Six years ago it took forgiveness for my husband and I to be free and we have been changed ever since. I remember telling out doctor that was how our back problems were healed and he just looked at me and said “forgiveness, wow I’ll have to tell my patients that”. He was shocked at our complete healing from both back problems and the pain killer addiction that came from it too. Freedom is so amazing! God bless you ladies and I pray that this book reaches many, many people!
I would love to read this book and I do these studies with my teen girls and my son as well and therefore I would read this book to them as well. Six years ago it took forgiveness for my husband and I to be free and we have been changed ever since. I remember telling our doctor that was how our back problems were healed and he just looked at me and said “forgiveness, wow I’ll have to tell my patients that”. He was shocked at our complete healing from both back problems and the pain killer addiction that came from it too. Freedom is so amazing! God bless you ladies and I pray that this book reaches many, many people!
I need this because there is someone in my life, who will always be in it, and I need to figure out how to forgive them.
I would like to be able to present the gospel in a clear way that has not often been heard.
Forgiveness is so essential to keep our heart’s and minds open for God. It allows us to focus on our Creator with an open heart not mired in our past and failings. It also breeds gratitude.
Looking forward to this study. Sounds like just what I need.
I Need this book to understand how even as a sinner Jesus still forgives its myself I need to learn to forgive for all I have done in the past.
Looking forward to this study. Sounds like just what I need. God is so faithful to provide.
It is a message that we all need to be reminded of! Thank you for all your hard work!
Heidi
Have always enjoyed the LGG studies. Looking forward to this one.
So excited for this next study with LGG. Not only am I growing in my relationship with God, my relationship with the incredible ladies in my group is growing through our fellowship. I have been blessed in so many ways. So excited to see our group continue to grow!
This new study sounds amazing, just as our awesome God is! What a great intro with this blog post. Thanking God and the LGG team all working together in God’s mighty moving hand, healing love and forgiveness.
I was in action addiction for 13years. During that time, I ripped people off, stole from stores, people, even my own family just to support my drug habit. I think about the things I have done every day of my life. I will always have regret. I finally realized that the only thing that matters is that God forgave me.
Holly,
What an amazing testimony of God’s amazing grace in your life! Thank you for sharing it. We pray that this study strengthens your love and worship of God and that your growth inspires others to surrender their lives to the Lord.
~Terria (LGG Encourager)
I need this study because it will help me remember that God will never forsake me and that while sanctification is a pross, justification was completed at the cross. It will also help me have a better understanding of the gospel so I can communicate it to the lost better
This study will give me a better understanding of the gospel and help me walk in the freedom of Christ
This book would be a great book for me because I have been having so much bad luck lately that I have been thinking that God doesn’t care about me and I have been asking God what I have been doing wrong to have all these bad things happen to me. I wish he would care listen to me and help me.
I love these Bible studies! Can’t wait for this one!
I feel so often that I don’t deserve forgives. That God must be done with me this time.
Don’t we all need forgiveness?
Forgiveness is so important and often times misunderstood. I could use more forgiveness and grace in my life. Looking forward to the book.
Would love a copy of this book. I often do your Bible studies and love them. I’m sure the book is fantastic too.
Looking forward to this upcoming bible study series. Whether I’m picked or not, I’ll still be participating.
I know all my past, current & future sins are forgiven, but I still sometimes fall for Satan’s lies that I am not good enough to be loved by God because of a sin in my past! I know this is wrong & is giving the devil the victory in my life! I’m looking forward to this study to help reinforce what I already know about Jesus & His great love & forgiveness!
This is important to me because I find it easy to forgive others, but hard to forgive myself.
Right on time!
Will this study help me feel forgiven?
I need to develop a spirit of forgiveness toward others, knowing that I have been forgiven much!
I believe the message of forgiveness is needed because before many Christians can forgive others, they have to forgive themselves. Sometimes we hold ourselves and others to impossible standards and it creates tension and breeds judgment. Feeling unforgiven can make a Christian feel separated from God and a non-believer feel they can never attain salvation. There are so many issues. We already have forgiveness. We have it as a part of our spiritual treasures in heavenly realms as Paul speaks in Ephesians, but not believing that impacts our walk in the Kingdom. This study is needed.
The Lord forgive me every second of the day for my short-comings. Would love this book to be able to practice forgiveness to myself and other. Thanks for the chance!
I am learning that forgiveness is given every day when you allow God to give you the strength to forgive. And forgiveness is hard to offer to the man that made the
choice to give up on your life together and left. But you learn in the hardest times that you are able to trust a God who is trustworthy.
Guilt is paralyzing—and unnecessary. God is forgiving! We are forgiven!
I need to feel forgiveness so I can give forgiveness.
Like many others I find my struggle with forgiveness in the forgiving of myself. This is something that has been on my mind often lately, and because of that your study couldn’t have come along at a more perfect time.
The thing I’ve carried with me for a while now is that forgiveness is giving up the rightfully deserved justice. Every one living is God’s own child and he wants us to love as he does. This means praying everyday that the person who hurt you will find peace and God and salvation even when all we want is to see them “get what they deserve”. This is a battle I fight daily. I think this study will be wonderful!
I think we all need forgiveness. I have so many days that I think things that aren’t either nice or kind and I struggle with asking for forgiveness and really feeling that I’m forgiven.
This looks really good!
I have always gotten so much from the studies..God bless
It is so EASY to be UN-forgiving, I think this study will be a great re-inforcer of WHY forgiveness is so necessary!
I need the reinforcement of God’s forgiveness…it is hard for me to believe I am forgiven…repentance means to turn away from my bad behaviors…I find myself returning to the same behaviors…so I find it hard to believe that God still would be forgiving me for the same behaviors again..
Looking forward to this study. Forgiveness is such a difficult thing to grasp sometimes, we go by our feelings and failures instead of what God says we have in Christ and who we are in Christ.
So looking forward to this. We are an imperfect people…..forgiveness is critical!!
Forgiveness- to better understand, accept, and offer. Excited for the study!
Forgiveness is something that is always reoccurring in my life, whether I’m in need of giving or receiving it. It’s certainly something I’ve stuggled with at different times in my life. However, what God often seems to remind me of is the always important message to forgive others (and myself) just as Christ has forgiven me. If God himself isn’t above forgiving others, then neither should I be. Grateful for this gentle reminder and for all your hard work at LGG.
I am really looking forward to this study! This is a topic that I know God has been tugging at my heart, and I always brush it to the side. I know there are areas of forgiveness that I need to deal with, that I have chosen not to out of pride. this study comes at a perfect time in my life as I am looking for a way to forgive and don’t know how to process/begin. Thank you ladies for all that you do, to encourage us as followers of Christ!
Looking forward to studying the link of forgiveness and the cross…a message we need to continually have before us in our walk with the Lord. At the school I teach, the theme for the year is “Secure in God’s Love” and I feel this study will help fuel this theme in my heart as a teacher and leader and am excited for what God will do.
This study is so timely. I think like most “forgiveness” is a message I crave. It’s about God’s sweet forgiveness of me, but also my forgiveness of others in the face of hurt, pain, and betrayal. Understanding deeply in my soul God’s forgiveness of me refreshes my ability to extend the same sort of grace to others. I’m looking forward to reading the book and following the study.
A much needed study! Awesome that you’re doing a giveaway! Thank you for your faithful service! ??❤️
Often times forgiveness ourselves can be the hardest of all tasks… But by condemning ourselves for our pasts or for slip ups can cause a conflict with God. Once you have confessed to Our Father and asked for forgiveness its done. By dwelling on the transgressions you are questioning the promises of God..Your also showing a lack of faith in Gods unconditional love for us.. I am a quilty party in this area of my journey even realizing that unforgiveness by me after receiving forgiveness from Him is not drawing me closer in building my relationship with God. He wants me to trust Him to have faith that when he says its done it truly is done.. Rest in Christ and know that he is our refuge..Thank you God for all your promises for forgiving me of my transgressions and loving me unconditionally continue to lead and guide me as I learn not only to forgive others but to forgive myself.. In Jesus name Amen!!!
Looking forward to this study so much!
This sounds like it would be great for those who struggle with past mistakes and living in grace daily… me included!
I can’t wait for this study to begin!
Forgiveness is something we all need. I’m so thankful God has provided the way for us to receive it, through His wonderful grace. I’m excited about this study. I know it will bring me even closer to Christ. I know there will be so many new things I will gain and I want to add toy relationship with Him every day! Thank you for this opportunity! Blessings to you all! ?
Forgiveness equals redeemed….a matter of life or the sting of death.
We all need forgiveness so much – forgiveness of God, from others, toward others, and toward ourselves. Sometimes it’s harder to forgive ourselves than it is others. And sometimes forgiveness doesn’t mean reconciliation.
Forgiveness brings peace …
I’m looking forward to this new study!
Always love a good giveaway and so excited about this new series!!!
This book sounds great!
I’m looking forward to this study. Forgiveness releases us from anger and condemnnation.
Love and forgiveness cannot be separated. If we choose to live out the love of God as the purpose of our life, then forgiving is an option that cannot be avoided.
I need this message of forgiveness because I have a few difficult relationship situations which I have to kep on forgiving instead of letting bitterness take root in my heart because the people I’m in relationship with are not seeking forgiveness but continue to inflict hurt. Thank you for your message. I look forward to reading about it. Also, thank you for the book giveaway opportunity.
I need to read your forgiveness message because I have a few difficult people with whom I have relationship, and I don’t want a root of bitterness to grow in me simply because they choose to continue to inflict hurt. I want to continue to forgive, but it is hard sometimes. Thank you for your message and the giveaway.
Would love a copy of this!!
So I can be free to love others the way that I have been loved. Those who have been forgiven much, love much.
I am interested in this study. Why is this message of Forgiveness so needed in your life? It’s needed for all our lives. It is the central part of salvation to be free from sin; yet we live in a world that constantly sends images that cause us to doubt who God says we are. If we can’t let go of our past mistakes and regrets how can we move forward in peace with the Lord? Forgiveness sets us free!
This is going to be such a great study! Timely and needed for everyone! Can’t wait to dig in with my group.
Forgiving myself and others is something I need in my life….I need to do this study
I am beyond excited for this study! Forgiveness, shame, and guilt are all feelings I struggle with greatly. I try to lean on Jesus, but there is a part of me that holds onto my shame because I think I deserve to feel bad about it. In my head I know that isn’t how Jesus works. I am hoping the Hoky Spirit will finally convict me of His truth and transform my head and heart.
To whom much has been forgiven, deep gratitude abounds. We must forgive as we have been forgiven. Amen!!!
This has shown up on my feed at such a wonderful time. I feel like the Lord wants to use me, but Satan keeps reminding me of all my sins from the past. I am in a constant battle with him daily. I think this study would be the perfect encouragement to add to prayer and studying the Word!
I need help in not always remembering the wrong doings of a person, and when I forgive, I also treat the person as I forgave them.
Even though I know deep in my heart that I am forgiven, it’s easy to get trapped in the devil’s lies. I think this study will help keep him at bay and lead me to a closer relationship with Jesus.
My husband and I both need this. We’ve both hurt and disappointed each other deeply. I’ve had a very hard time forgiving myself and him. I know I need to do this, … for both of our sake’s.
This book sounds amazing your words and studies help so many!
The hardest person to forgive is yourself.
I know that I am Forgiven, but I sometimes struggle to study and continuing learning more about God’s Word.
Forgiving others just as Christ has forgiven me. Knowing that I am forgiven and that I can forgive myself, for we all fall short and need a Savior.
I have a hard time forgiving when someone hurt me.
I just received my book “You are Forgiven” in the mail yesterday , and I must say this has got to be the best book on forgiveness I have seen, with all the personal testimonies and stories and Scriptures. I cannot wait to join you all in this study and dive deeper on this subject of forgiveness. I think the biggest struggle in my life is forgiving myself. I can easily forgive others, so I do not know why I cannot forgive myself for past mistakes and failures.
Sheree,
Isn’t the book lovely and so inviting 🙂 We truly believe you will be transformed during this next study. ~Sheila, LGG
The message of forgiveness is so needed in order to have healthy relationships with the people I love!
Forgiveness is something I have struggled with. Especially with forgiving myself. Looking forward to this.
Hello, I am new to this study. Accepting forgiveness is not easy for me bc I know I don’t deserve it. I’m looking forward to doing this study & learning more about the depth of God’s forgiveness.
God’s timing is perfect. Have heard Him telling me to teach Forgiveness in Sunday School. Then got your email. So excited for this study.
This topic is so important in the believer’s life because satan is so crafty to continually make you think you can’t be truly forgiven for everything. I can’t wait for this study to be refreshed of all God’s promises to us!
I am looking forward to this session’s study…because this is one of the few things I do for myself in a very hard season of life for me and my family…caring for very ill, elderly parents and having lost my dad unexpectedly 3months ago. The time spent with God in His Word is what keeps me going.
Will be doing this study alone, not with a group. looking forward to learning more about forgiveness as I really struggle with forgiving myself.
What a wonderful giveaway!
Thank you for the opportunity. =)
For me the message and understanding of God’s forgiveness draws me deeper into his love! There was a time that pride kept me from seeing my need to even have a relationship with God. I used to say things like “I wasn’t in the garden I didn’t make the mistake that Eve did, why should we all have to suffer for their mistakes?” But over the years as I have studied God’s word I have been humbled and realize just why I need a savior and forgiveness of sin EVERYDAY. I believe this study like every Love God Greatly study I have done will take me into a deeper relationship with God and show me things about myself and Him that I do not know! I am very excited for this study.
Thanks for the opportunity!
Why is this message of Forgiveness so needed in your life?
The reason this message of Forgiveness is so needed in my life is because I have a hard time forgiving myself and others around me. I often times hold grudges against those who hurt me, rather than forgiving them for they do not know what they do. I started the process, but I know it will take one day a time and assurance God is with me.
Like most people, it is hardest to forgive myself when I mess up. But, it’s great to know that we have a loving God who sent his Son to die on the cross for us. His grace and forgiveness and love mean everything to me. Being able to truly take His gift to heart and being able to extend it to others and even ourself is important.
This message of forgiveness is not only for those who do not know Him yet, but it is important in my life, too. The devil is always attack me with my past and I always need the truth of His forgiveness is eternal and that He is faithful and gracious to forgive me every single day when I confess to him.
THANK YOU for sharing God’s heart with us through this study!
The one person I have the hardest time forgiving is myself. I find it hard to believe that when things go wrong it’s not because I did something wrong. It’s like my past looms over me, and it’s a daily fight to believe that I am made right with God.
Forgiveness is necessary for me because I sometimes wonder why God would want to forgive me and then add blessings to my life.
I really need this….forgiveness is not one of my strengths.
Without understanding and accepting God’s forgiveness for us each and every single day, we are unable to forgive ourselves and others.
Loved my first Bible study with Love God greatly team. Can’t wait
How wonderful His forgiveness is! Sometimes I wonder as Im sure most people do how He could forgive a wretch like me, how He can cast away my sins from the east to west never again to be mentioned. He is a marvelous Father!
For reassurance and encouragement
This sounds like an amazing book!
I am really looking forward to this one. I would like to have the study guide — I bought the one for the study on prayer and then didn’t for the study on David. I think it was really helpful to have the booklet in hand – even though I know the graphics are all available on line.
To see this post today, in a time my world is falling apart, has to be a God thing. I am learning that forgiveness from God is so freeing of my burdened heart that is heavy with the guilt of my shortcomings. But that God’s forgiveness is what I also need to be able to share with the people who have hurt me. What a wonderful gift!
I could really use this because it is very hard for me to forgive myself, and it doesn’t matter what I do
These studies have opened Gods word for me. Thank you for you diligence.
Because I am a wretched sinner that needs forgiveness
Because I am a wretched sinner and need help forgiving myself after Jesus has
I believe every believer needs to know their forgiven for a wrong doing in their life in order to move forward in their walk with Christ!
We all need forgiveness and need to know how to share the message of forgiveness with others.
As a believer I know that my sins are forgiven – but often I doubt or forget this. I need this reminder in my life!
Every day I fail in so many ways. So often I forget and am tempted to give up and wallow in my unworthiness. But time and time again the grace of God carries me and sets my feet on solid ground. He has chosen me, sees me with His son’s perfection, continues to work in me, and calls me His own. Utterly forgiven.
So thankful for God’s grace and forgiveness!
Thanks for the chance to win! Looking forward to the Bible study.
I am so Blessed and undeserving of His forgiveness.
Praise the Lord he forgives always.
This study, I hope, will help me not criticize myself and give all my shortcomings to God for him to show me I am forgiven and that he has his hand over me always.
Cora this study will definitely open your heart to the Fathers LOVE and that will shift your perspective of your self. You will no longer see yourself through your own abilities and through what situations and circumstances have caused you to believe but you will see yourself through the love of the cross and all that Jesus did for you. <3 ~Sheila, LGG
❤ these studies!!
Loved the David study, so this book would be awesome to do next!
My mom just posted this study (Amazon link) on my fb last night!! So excited!
The Bible tells us that “as we forgive, so we will be forgiven”. I harbor a lot of anger toward my father after growing up in a very dysfunctional household. I need to learn to forgive him (and myself) so that I can experience true forgiveness from my heavenly Father.
Forgiveness is so important because Jesus commands that we forgive. We are all sinners and should never throw the first stone.
I would love to win a copy. I struggle with this issue daily. Can’t wait
I have not read one of your book yet but this topic is one I struggle with when it comes to forgiving myself. I am harder on me than others.
This is a book that I feel I need everyone needs to be reminded of forgiveness whether it’s towards another person or askino jesus to forgive us ♡
Thanks for the entry
I’m forgiven because Jesus forgave me
I can’t wait for this study to remind myself of the truth that I am forgiven! What beautiful grace and mercy we as believers have been given.
I very much enjoy reading your bible studies. Forgiveness for myself is something I struggle with. I think this book would be a great encouragement for me.
I have enjoyed reading your devotional studies and find great encouragement from them. I think this book will be a wonderful reminder for myself that I am forgiven, loved and cherished!
God’s forgiveness in our lives can change us from the inside out and allow us to finally realize how deep His love is for us. I’m looking forward to digging deeper into this subject!
Perfect timing ! Our world is broken ! Our country is broken. Our homes are broken and how about our hearts ! God can’t fix things unless we repent and come to Him to ask forgiveness. We need to do our part so He can do His. When we repent and ask for His forgiveness we can then we can seek His face ! He will hear us and bring healing to that which is broken ! God is up to something amazing !
I so love your bible studies and how easy they are to stay up with. They are easy to understand and not on a level that are WAY over my head. Sometimes we just need that. I love that I can sit, be STILL, and dig deeper into His word with the information you’ve given. Thank you for all you do and for doing His will.
It is such a Joy to do the Love God Greatly studies!
I really appreciate the opportunity to win a book as well!
I always look forward as the new study begins!
This is a bible study that I need, forgiving myself has been my biggest struggle! Its been a long time since I have opened my bible, let alone done a bible study!
Forgiveness is not easy but we must forgive because it is crucial in our walk with the Lord! Unfortunately it is easily said then done. I find myself being hindered because of my past. This study will help provide us with an in-depth truth on forgiveness.
I think we all need to remember we are forgiven more often. As a busy mom of 4 I often beat myself up about this or that and we all need to remember we are forgiven and how special we are!
Others have forgiven me but I have a hard time forgiving others!
Looking forward to this one with some friends! Thank you for doing this great work for God and bringing women together❤
Thank you so very much for this opportunity! I would love to win this book and dive in! May Jesus bless you!
I was raised in a Christian home, but strayed from the foundation my faith was established on when I moved off to college. By the grace of God, I married a forgiving husband… but I still have trouble forgiving myself for what I did during the year I strayed. I think this book would really help me through this process!
I am so excited to do this online study! I have been looking around on the www for a while, just never saw one that felt right so I never tried one. This time around I just know it is meant for me to join in. I have been trying to recruit several family members and friends to join in, no luck with that yet. Maybe if I start then at some time they will see how wonderful Jesus has made a difference in my DAILY life , they will be enticed to join in the next study. Thank you to the ladies who have put this together.
I would love to do this study so that I could let go of any unforgiveness in my life, especially any that I hold towards my life! I want to walk in freedom and to do that I know I need to totally forgive anyone who has ever hurt me. I’ve been through a lot in my life and just want that freedom that comes from God alone!
I am really excited for this study!! I’ve had a rough year and I just need to be reminded that I am forgiven.
Walking in forgiveness
I love to do this study. Sounds like just what I need.
I dearly need forgiveness. I need to give it and remember how much more I need to receive it!
This is such a struggle I see in my life. I battle with this when things are going wrong and even though I know the truth it doesn’t seem to keep the nagging thoughts or worry over my forgiveness at bay. Would love to go through this study. Then when I saw you were giving away copies, I decided to try. Finances right now prohibit a purchase so this would be a blessing. ( If anyone reads this please pray for my husband who is disabled and has been out of work for over 2 years. We are struggling and he has turned his back on Christ. I need the peace of heart and mind only the Lord can give. ) Thank you.
I have made some huge mistakes in my life that I am ashamed of. It’s not something I’m continually aware of but sometimes they keep me from doing things or becoming involved. My past sin, though I know I am forgiven, still holds me back.