Change of Heart
Change of Heart
Jeanne Bishop
John Grisham
True story; astonishing tale of forgiveness. Great book. - John Grisham
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Change of Heart

Change of Heart: Justice, Mercy, and Making Peace with My Sister's Killer

Jeanne Bishop
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Jeanne Bishop
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In the deeply moving narrative of "Change of Heart," Jeanne Bishop chronicles a journey of profound transformation that challenges the very essence of forgiveness, faith, and the search for justice. After the heart-wrenching loss of her sister, brother-in-law, and their unborn child to a brutal murder, Bishop's life is irrevocably changed. Initially finding solace in the conviction of the teenage perpetrator, she embarks on a career as a public defender, staunchly opposing the death penalty and advocating for mandatory life sentences for juvenile offenders. Yet, beneath her professional pursuits, Bishop harbors a complex mixture of unresolved grief and a yearning for true forgiveness that she has yet to fully confront. "Change of Heart" is not just the story of one woman's struggle to reconcile her emotions and beliefs; it is a compelling testament to the power of grace and the human spirit's capacity for change. Bishop's journey takes her from a place of silent resentment to an unexpected friendship with the very person she believed she could never forgive. Through her visits to the prison, she confronts the difficult questions of what it means to forgive genuinely and how to live out one's faith in the most challenging circumstances. This book is a poignant exploration of redemption, the strength found in vulnerability, and the profound impact of human connection, offering readers a unique perspective on the transformative power of compassion and empathy.

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Released
2015
18 Feb
Length
184
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True story; astonishing tale of forgiveness. Great book. - John Grisham
Tell me what trying to reconcile with someone who isn’t sorry would even look like!”He paused, then said simply, “It would look like Jesus on the cross.
— Jeanne Bishop, Change of Heart

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