This is probably one of those books one needs to read over and over again to get the full impact of, but I really found it difficult to put down. It seemed like every page I turned was a message for me. Without giving too much away, this book focuses on very practical and godly ways to deal with offense.
John Bevere removes the shame one may be harboring about past actions, or thoughts or feelings through examples that come from his life experience. This allows the reader to relax and really begin to deal with what is burried inside of them that needs to be uprooted.
He also provides scriptural evidence for every assertion. It's not only the verses that were meaningful but also the interpretation of the verses related to offense and how to work with it, others and ourselves. It's clear from the way that he works with the scripture in this book that God was with him throughout.
Speaking of God, I will say that I felt convicted quite a few times, but it didn't come with a burden of judgment, the conviction came in love. This new way of viewing the conviction of the Holy Spirit is influenced by John Bevere's work.
What I loved about the book:
There were testimonies that started each chapter which illustrated what would be discussed in the chapter as well as demonstrated the power of the becoming free from offense.
The writing style is plain, but passionate.
There were declerations at the end of each chapter
The 20th anniversary edition contains a study guide
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