Forgiveness: I Just Can’t Forgive Myself

Sally, a Christian, laments having an abortion years ago. I know the Lord has forgiven me, but I just can’t forgive myself. What would you say to her?

Maybe you yourself have struggled with self-forgiveness and wonder how to deal with feelings of guilt. Why is self-forgiveness such an attractive notion? What, if anything, does the Bible say about it?

Robert D. Jones identifies five possible assumptions behind the longing for self-forgiveness. In the process, he pinpoints a deeper problem—and a deeper solution to ongoing guilt. By dispelling a number of misconceptions, Jones clears the path to a joyful realization of complete forgiveness in Christ
Pub Date: May 1, 2000.