Americans Views On Forgiveness

Dr. Robert Jeffress book When Forgiveness Doesn't Make Sense, offers a detailed look at the startling results of a specially commissioned national opinion study of American's views on forgiveness.

September 2, 2002

For Immediate Release

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Rodney Corey
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Should You Forgive The Unforgivable?

Your child is kidnapped and brutally murdered by a sadistic killer. Your retirement savings are wiped out because of corporate greed. Your nation is attacked by foreign terrorists who promise to strike again. Is forgiveness a preferable--or even possible--response in any of these situations?

In his ground-breaking book When Forgiveness Doesnt Make Sense, best-selling author Dr. Robert Jeffress tackles the thorny issue of forgiveness that is more relevant and necessary for Americans today than in any time in recent history. Using research from the nationwide Barna Research Group, especially commissioned for this project, Dr. Jeffress explains four common myths about forgiveness that prevent most Americans from extending and receiving life's most important gift. In his best-selling book Dr. Jeffress answers such questions as:

"Are there some offenses that should never be forgiven?"
"How can I forgive those who never say 'I'm sorry'?"
"What if I forgive, but can't forget?"
"Does forgiveness relieve my offender from punishment?"
"Is God ultimately responsible for the pain I've experienced?"

As Americans suffer increasing abuse from CEOs, terrorists, and even clergymen, Dr. Jeffress' book When Forgiveness Doesnt Make Sense offers real answers for some of life's most complex dilemmas. Jeffress explains how we can experience the freedom of forgiving people (terrorists, scoundrels, child molesters, priests) without releasing them from the consequences of their actions. We give up or thirst for vengeance, but not society's need for justice. This work, supported by extensive research, will ultimately free thousands from the bitterness and anger caused by a lack of forgiveness.

"Best-selling author Robert Jeffress' new book When Forgiveness Doesnt Make Sense is the best new dialogue we've seen on the subject of how people can come to forgive the unforgivable."

Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

"Jeffress has taken what some would deem a touchy topic and made it palatable, offering a concrete process for extending-and receiving--forgiveness."

Publishers Weekly

Dr. Robert Jeffress is pastor of the 9000-member First Baptist Church, Wichita Falls, Texas. He is the featured teacher on the television program PATHWAY TO VICTORY, seen on over 900 cable systems and television stations nationwide. He is the author of twelve books and has made more than 500 national media appearances.

For more information, contact Rodney Corey (207) 645-3488.