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Convicted : a crooked cop, an innocent man, and an unlikely journey of forgiveness and friendship / Jameel Zookie Mcgee and Andrew Collins, with Mark Tabb.

McGee, Jameel Zookie, (author.). Collins, Andrew, 1982- (author.). Tabb, Mark A., (author.).

Summary:

"A true story of racial reconciliation and radical forgiveness. With all the disturbing news about race relations in America, here's a true story of reconciliation and the redemptive power of the gospel. How can you possibly forgive the man who falsely arrested you for a crime you did not commit? After years in prison, during a chance encounter with the crooked police officer, a young African American man named Jameel McGee faced such a dilemma: Would he violently take revenge or peacefully walk away? Mulling the agonizing choice, Jameel heard the now familiar whisper in his soul--let it go. He listened and chose forgiveness, setting in motion a transforming miracle. In the days and months that followed, the men first achieved reconciliation, then through the power of Christ-like love, became friends. This stunning true story provides a path forward for all who desire the healing, hope, and respect for others that have eluded our nation far too long."--Jacket.

Record details

ISBN: 9780735290723
ISBN: 0735290725
Physical Description: x, 213 pages ; 23 cm
Edition: First edition.
Publisher: Colorado Springs, CO : WaterBrook, 2017.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

February 8, 2006 -- A good cop -- Mistaken identity -- Two plus two equals four -- Indicted -- Into the abyss -- Guilty until proven innocent -- Wake-up call -- Becoming what they told me I was -- Busted -- Let it go -- "So you're guilty, then?" -- Free at last -- Facing the consequences once and for all -- Trying to put the pieces back together -- Broadway Park -- Losing it all--again -- Reunion -- Beyond forgiveness -- A friendship emerges -- It is well.