Have you been hurt? Are you hounded by turbulent feelings and looping thoughts? Do you know you need to forgive but aren't sure where to begin?
Captive Set Free is a lamppost along the path of healing, offering engaging stories and examples, explaining how forgiveness fits into our spiritual DNA, and examining mindsets that make forgiving easier or harder. In this book, you'll learn how to
- take concrete steps to forgive;
- be sure forgiveness has taken hold in your heart; and
- guard your spirit from bitterness, both now and in the future.
If you're tired of being imprisoned by pain and toxicity and want to step into the free and abundant life Jesus has planned for His children, this book is for you.
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A powerful and beautiful work. If there is another book as transformational as this one I have never come across it.
-Cathy Sakiyama, Therapist (PACCP), Certified Professional Counsellor
Valerie writes like the trusted friend you approach over coffee when your heart is heavy, who encourages with an open Bible and an equally open and vulnerable heart.
-John Steadman, Director of External Relations, McMaster Divinity College
A 'must-have' for every Christian's home library.
-Faith Crosby, Christian Women's Inspirational Speaker
Captive Set Free provides a scripture-infused journey... a must-read for anyone working alongside God's plan for a reconciled world and reconciled relationships through Christ.
-Joel Gordon, Director of Ministry Partnership and Innovation, The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada
***** (5 stars)
Captive Set Free by Valerie Limmer focuses on forgiveness. The book begins by listing different situations where people may be supported by their anger, but they choose to forgive and/or live peacefully with their circumstances. The author continues to illustrate the value of forgiveness through examples from other cultures, scripture, and personal experiences.
Captive Set Free will speak to the heart of the reader, encouraging them to take the path to salvation through love and forgiveness. The call to action is clear, as almost everyone has a situation they need to resolve, and the words in the text motivate readers to take positive steps to relieve themselves from the burdens weighing them down. One of the most poignant passages of scripture is quoted in the middle of the book, and the conversation between the apostle Peter and Jesus about the number of times we should forgive spoke to my heart. Valerie
Limmer points out that humans are inclined to sin, and the Lord forgives us, so we should exercise the same compassion for those around us. Limmer used many examples from her life and included relatable questions that will resonate with her readers. The book is a wonderful complement to daily scriptural studies, as it focuses on love and acceptance as recommended by Jesus. Captive Set Free would be a great book for anyone who is struggling with guilt over their actions or is frustrated about their need to forgive someone they feel may or may not deserve their pardon.
