Forgiveness and Reconciliation in the Aftermath of Abuse BIBLES > NASB New American Standard Bible > General While the theological contours of

While the theological contours of human rationality have long been clearly drawn and presented as the exclusive seat of the image of God

In the embodiment of Jesus' life

for many years

almost unheard-of decision to leave his monastery and follow after Jesus Christ

The mortality rate for humans is astonishingly high

Forgiveness and Reconciliation in the Aftermath of Abuse BIBLES > NASB New American Standard Bible > General While the theological contours ofWhile forgiveness and reconciliation are central themes in the churchs proclamation of the gospel, superficial understandings that separate them from justice and repentance have serious consequences for Christian ministry to survivors and perpetrators of abuse, and for the churchs witness to wider society. This theological and pastoral resource addresses specific challenges to the church as it seeks to speak truthfully in the aftermath of abuse, and