Not surprising that our shows last week, and over the weekend, regarding second chances for sex offenders set off a fire storm in my email inbox.

It is easy to hate. Sex offenders often do vile things. However, people can change. SOme do; some do not. I have experienced that personally. Secondly, forgiveness is a way to spiritual health not only for the perpetrator but for the victim. Forgiveness is usually more popular when you need it than when others ask for it. The grace of God is offensive.


Forgiveness does not mean there is no justice. Sex offenders should serve time for their crimes and be required to receive treatment. Again, I have experienced that change with several persons who have found redemption and life change from their immoral acts.

Forgiveness does mean that when you accept responsibility for your actions, and do the hard work of repentance and therapy, you deserve a second chance.

Here are two opposing views from listeners.

I can't believe the dribble coming out of you mouth.
The more you speak, the more you demonstrate how little you know about sex offenders.

Would you approve of one of your daughters dating a convicted child molester?

Children are prey to the offenders, the pumpkins are brilliant.

See what your neighbors think about this sign on your house

"Sex offenders, I forgive you"

Did you mention they paid their debt to society with prison time and rehab?

I am currently doing a documentary on life in prison;

40 weeks, 30 different prisons - THERE IS NO REHAB.

I've never called a talk show or written a host, but your ignorance is offensive.

I can't believe you get paid.

S

And the second

I caught a few minutes of your show this evening and wanted to say, "THANK YOU".

I am a registered sex offender, my offense was against a neighbor child. I have fulfilled all of the court's orders in my sentencing, and am actively involved in a Sex Offender Treatment Program.

In Nebraska, changes in the laws regarding sex offenders take effect January 1, 2010. These laws will, in effect, continue to punish me for my crimes. I have repented of my crime, and have successfully turned my life around. Unfortunately, society could care less, and insists on perpetuating the punishment. I have been unemployed for nearly a year. My wife (of 24 years) was "forced" to divorce me or lose custody of our children. I have lost everything, except hope and my love in Jesus Christ.

Thank you for using facts (regarding recidivism rates) instead of jumping on the bandwagon to bash all sex offenders. I, for one, appreciate your Christ-like attitude, and hope He blesses you 100 fold.

G