Class: Forgiveness: God's Plan for Restoring Relationships
Forgiveness: God’s Plan for Restoring Relationships
Monday Nights, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, February 22, 2010 through March 22, 2010
Instructors: Rev. David Ankcorn, Ms. Gloria Leonard:
Class Syllabus (click to download)
Texts
Holy Bible, (NIV or modern translation preferred)
Kendall, R. T., Total Forgiveness, Charisma House; Revised and Updated Edition, 2007
Optional: Kendall, R. T., Total Forgiveness Experience: A Study Guide to Repairing Relationships, Charisma House; 2004
Class Summary:
During the five weeks of Lent, we will be exploring the role of forgiveness in the life of the Christian. Each week, we will investigate an aspect of forgiving yourself and others, expressing remorse, and seeking reconciliation with others. We will be using the Bible, and the book Total Forgiveness as starting points for discussion. Each week we will also discuss a case study within the class and have a homework assignment for further reflection.
Expectations:
To gain the maximum benefit from the class, we expect that all class attendees will attend class, do the assigned homework, and reflect upon the course materials to apply the principles to each persons life. To receive credit for attending the class, a student must attend a minimum of four (4) classes. Also, due to the sensitive nature of the topic, please be mindful of the NBCF church covenant which states. “We further engage to guard each other’s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of others.” Please refrain from sharing personal hurts or failings in your public discussion, reserving these discussions for a trusted counselor, deacon, or minister.
Week 1: February 22nd
What Forgiveness is not, and What Forgiveness Is: (Click to download presentation pdf Powerpoint)
Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-35; Ephesians 4:32;
Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-35; Ephesians 4:32;
Homework: Reflective Reading Psalm 51; Forgiveness Homework Week 1
Forgiveness Self Test
Forgiveness Self Test
Week 2: March 1st
Theme: Forgiving Someone Right, Forgiveness is not Forgetting, and when is it right to Judge
(Click to download presentation pdf powerpoint)
Scriptures: Genesis 45:5-15; 50:19-21
Homework: Reflective Reading Acts 7:51-60 (Homework 2)
Scriptures: Genesis 45:5-15; 50:19-21
Homework: Reflective Reading Acts 7:51-60 (Homework 2)
Week 3: March 8th
Theme: Forgiveness, Remorse and Reconciliation (Click to download presentation pdf Powerpoint)
Scriptures: Genesis 33:4-11, Matthew 18:15-20
Homework: Reflective Reading Matthew 18:15-20, Chapter 4 & 5 (homework 3)
Scriptures: Genesis 33:4-11, Matthew 18:15-20
Homework: Reflective Reading Matthew 18:15-20, Chapter 4 & 5 (homework 3)
Week 4: March 15th
Theme: Forgiving Yourself (Click to download presentation pdf Powerpoint)
Scriptures: 1 John 1:8-10
Homework: Write a submission prayer. Reach Chapter 3
Week 5: March 22nd
Theme: The result of unforgiveness in the life of the Christian
Scriptures: Matthew 6:12-15
Scriptures: Matthew 6:12-15
