The Bait of Satan: Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense

Engineer and former Roman Catholic, now born again, Bevere gives many personal, Biblical, and hypothetical examples of intentional and oblivious lack of awareness of forgiveness. This christian understanding of the need of forgiveness is crucial to stop people from falling out of trust in the Lord's promise of greater graces. Without trust in the Lord, all that is left is the dead end of spiritual resentment. A fast read but this book is worth picking up while sifting through some of the Protestant sentiments that might not apply to you.

It took me a while to read this book, recommended to me by my husband. I just couldn't get past the title and cover. I literally judged a book by its cover.

Eventually, I read it to get my husband to stop asking me to read it. I'm so glad I did. The principles and truths brought healing into areas of my life where I didn't realize I was still holding onto offense. While I did not often like the deliver and language style Bevere used, I was personally able to get past that to the point he was trying to make. I would understand why his style would be a total turnoff to others.

Doctrinally, I'm not sure if I can agree with every stance Bevere takes, but I was able to let the Holy Spirit reveal new truth to me the John Bevere and this book. show more Therefore, I give a solid 4 stars and can recommend it, trusting that others will be able to filter out what it is they need to get from this book. show less

The author starts from Matthew 24:10 which talks about a time when the majority of people will be offended. He contends that when we take offense to something, we do so because we are hurt by it, and our natural reaction to hurt is to build up walls (or strongholds) against being hurt again. The problem with this is that, when push comes to shove, we will choose to protect ourself over someone else that we have a relationship with (betrayal).

Satan uses offense as a weapon against us. If we can learn to not let offense fester, we rob Satan of one of his weapons.

A book that will help you know how harboring unforgiveness and bitterness can negatively affect your life. It mentions ways to overcome and it also made me aware of some areas in my own life that needed some mending.

Every Christian needs to reads this book, especially those who have had problems with their pastors and all pastors themselves. It was easy to read broken up into small pieces as assigned by the devotional/workbook in the back.

The destructiveness that ensues if offenses are not forgiven. Simplistic, but a needed message.

Escape the enemy's deadly trap! The Bait of Satan exposes one of the most deceptive snares Satan uses to get believers out of the will of God-offense. Most people who are ensnared by the bait of Satan don't even realize it. Don't be fooled! You will encounter offense, and it's up to you how it will affect your relationship with God. Your response will determine your future. If offense is handled correctly, you will become stronger rather than bitter. In this tenth anniversary edition of his best-selling book, John Bevere shows you how to stay free from offense and escape the victim mentality. With more than 400,000 copies in print, this book includes testimonials of transformed people who have read copies in print, this book includes show more testimonials of transformed people who have read the original book and a devotional supplement, featuring discussion questions, scriptures, and prayers. show less