Do you feel stuck? What if God's hardest command is the very path to healing - and the only way forward?

Abandonment. Betrayal. Abuse. Some wounds cut deep. When your heart is shattered, how do you break free from the pain and torment? Forgiveness is often the first step towards healing. Yet forgiveness can feel unfair - even impossible. Confusion and questions hold you back. 

• How do you forgive the unforgivable?
• Why doesn't forgiving erase the pain?
• Do I have to trust the one who hurt me?
• Does forgiveness minimize the wrong done? 

If you carry a wound that won't heal or wrestle to forgive someone who hurt you deeply, Big Hurt, Bigger God offers a safe path forward- not one with trite answers, but with the grace of a God whose love is always bigger than your pain. 

Debbie W. Wilson is a Bible teacher, former Christian counselor, and an award-winning author who enjoys helping people discover the freedom and hope found in our Big God. She and her husband, Larry, co-founded Lighthouse Ministries in North Carolina, where they share life with their two spirited standard poodles. Her books include Little Strength, Big God, and Little Faith, Big God. Find encouragement and free resources at debbiewwilson.com.

"Debbie Wilson has another winner here. Big Hurt, Bigger God is a powerful exploration on the real cost of unforgiveness. This book provides a realistic approach to setting wise boundaries and a healthy way to think about hurt, focusing on the importance of drawing close to God in your pain instead of away from him. Seeking God in the midst of our pain brings transformation! Hallelujah!" 

-Amy C. Williams, author of Always Peachy: Living Happy When Life Hurts

"Forgiveness is the greatest gift we can give ourselves. Debbie shows the reader how, through God, we can accomplish the seemingly impossible and find freedom in forgiveness. In clear, concise language bathed in Scripture, she reveals a heart of compassion." 

-DiAnn Mills, award-winning, best-selling author of Canyon of Deceit

"Big Hurt, Bigger God: Finding Freedom through Biblical Forgiveness is a powerful and greatly needed exploration of forgiveness from every angle. With biblical clarity, compassionate insight, and the seasoned wisdom of a trained counselor, the author gently guides readers through the painful and complex journey of letting go of pain. She speaks to the wounded heart, the weary soul, and the person longing to break free from the grip of bitterness. The personal stories are raw, honest, and deeply moving, demonstrating that biblical forgiveness is not merely an abstract concept but a lived experience that can heal even the most profound wounds. These testimonies breathe life into eternal truths, showing readers that they are not alone and that healing is truly possible. Whether you're wrestling with how to forgive others, seeking forgiveness yourself, or simply trying to understand God's heart in the midst of pain, this book will guide you with grace, wisdom, and the transforming hope of the gospel. A must-read for anyone serious about healing and freedom through biblical forgiveness." 

-Dr. Evelyn Johnson-Taylor, theology professor, speaker, confidence coach, and author

"I read Debbie W. Wilson's book, Big Hurt, Bigger God, almost non-stop. I love this book. It is biblically sound. It took Scripture from all aspects with the eye of an investigator, humor, and a tender heart." 

-Yvonne Ortega, retired professional counselor, retired substance abuse counselor, prayer warrior, and lover of God and his Word

"Why is it so hard to forgive? When I'm hurt by someone else, my automatic response is to seek revenge. Deb's book, Big Hurt, Bigger God, shows how to work through those feelings to emerge victorious over hurts from our past. I know well the painful process of forgiveness. I wish I'd had this book when others have directly or indirectly hurt me. I highly recommend Big Hurt, Bigger God for anyone crippled by unforgiveness. Her step-by-step encouragement and teaching will set you free." 

-Jane Daly, author of The Caregiving Season: Finding Grace to Honor Your Aging Parents and Hole in My Family Portrait: A Mother's Journey from Grief to Hope

"Debbie's book masterfully applies God's truth to life's messy circumstances - specifically, the need to forgive. In Big Hurt, Bigger God, Debbie wrote, 'We need God's help to uproot the lies attached to our injuries.' Debby addresses several myths and lies that can further confuse or damage already-wounded relationships. She sandwiches God's unchanging truth between godly compassion for those who are hurt and her desire to encourage genuine change. Debbie constantly returns to God's perspective in dealing with unforgiveness. The title says it all. 'If we seek the Lord in our pain,' she says, 'we find something better than relief. We experience transformation." 

-Dawn Wilson, Bible teacher, founder of Heart Choices Today, and author of Truth Talk for Hurting Hearts: Discover Peace and Comfort Through God's Perspective

"Life on this earth is never easy as we travel through each season. There are bumps and bruises that can wound our bodies but also our souls and spirits as well. These latter types are often the ones that take longer to heal and leave scars that can get irritated from time to time. The path to healing is to forgive, yet that is not always easy to do. The wounds leave us angry, disappointed, and unsure of how we can trust or move beyond what has happened to us. They reveal what we believe and stain our perspective of the one who wounded us and often of God. We need help to guide us on the path of healing. Debbie Wilson in Big Hurt, Bigger God gives us guidance to reach forgiveness, healing, and hope. Each chapter clarifies what we face, real life examples, and questions to encourage our thinking, leading us to healing. This is a resource not to be missed." 

-Pamela Ecrement, retired Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Independent Marriage and Family Therapist

ISBN: 9781684264520

Pages: 192

Dimensions (inches): 5x8

Weight (pounds): .5