Could You Forgive and Love the Man Who Murdered Your Mother? This Guest Did and Reveals the Power of Forgiveness

SEATTLE, March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Can you imagine opening your life and heart to the man who killed your mother? That's exactly what Dean Smith did and he believes that letting go of that anger and embracing forgiveness set him free and allowed him to enjoy his life once again.

Smith's stepfather killed his mother when he was just 12-years-old. He spent years trying to hide his pain and anger behind drugs and alcohol until he realized that he was only hurting himself. Finally, he turned to faith, which is what ultimately led him on the path to forgiveness. Smith's journey did not end there as he traveled across the country to save the life of his mother's murderer. He believes that people will be motivated to forgive when they discover the peace and freedom they'll receive in return.

Invite this engaging guest to answer:

• Why did he choose to forgive his mother's killer?
• Why isn't forgiveness a substitute for justice?
• How does bitterness poison all aspects of your life?
• How can you forgive and let go of anger under any circumstances?

*Great Guest for the Easter Season*

CREDENTIALS: Dean Smith founded Live to Forgive Ministries in 2007. He has helped thousands of people to set themselves free from the burdens of unforgiveness. His journey has been made into a feature-length documentary called Live to Forgive. This award-winning film is now available in stores. He has been featured by NBC's KING5-TV on Evening Magazine, NPR, Trinity Broadcasting Network, OnCourse Magazine, the Tacoma News Tribune, and many others.

AVAILABILITY: Washington, nationwide by arrangement, and via telephone.

CONTACT: Dean Smith, (206) 853-1264 (WA); [email protected]; http://www.livetoforgive.com

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SOURCE Live to Forgive