I spent 18 years plotting a murder. Here's why I chose forgiveness. | Marcus Doe | TEDxMileHigh

[Sam-efbj]

My college friend was murdered while working with the government overseas. Just a senseless killing. A 15 year old stole her sweater. The police chief found out and yelled at her. The 15 year old got angry, got some kids together and they beat up my friend. She passed. Her family made specific appeals that the 15 year old not be given the death penalty. She was my friend. I understand the feelings around revenge. But, in the long run, it only makes things worse. In addition to the death, you deal with breaching your own sense of morality and guilt from that. The world is full of problems. Best to stay in your own peace and not look for revenge.

[MiamiJudo]

I have been wanting too get revenge on someone for two years now the only thing that has changed my mind is this video thank you from the bottom of my soul Marcus !!!

[iamajangels]

Wow. Honored to say i’ve met this man. His aura is pure. Everyone should watch this.

[lisakelsch]

I'm working on forgiveness myself. It's tough....especially when there's deep rage towards that person. I hear forgiveness is freeing and healing.

[seamusconlan]

This is a profoundly moving story a journey from devastating loss to actual forgiveness a truly astonishing personal journey. I still cannot forgive even after almost 25 years of talking to my chair in the darkness and the relentless despair.

[jenniferc]

Marcus, thank you for sharing your story with us. We don’t deserve forgiveness, but forgiving others sets us free. Thank you so much.

[kevin_root]

Powerful, vulnerable talk. And insightful words at the end about forgiveness and how to view life's "defining" moments. More TEDx talks like this, please!!!

[alaskanuni]

This is a crazy story. I'm very proud to call him my friend!

[CampJosephA]

Marcus is one of my favorite persons ever. His story has touched me tremendously. His work, and that of CrossPurpose saved me from suicide almost a year ago.
~Jojo

[jpuc]

i dont know why anyone would choose forgiveness maybe not murder but people dont deserve your forgiveness

[rachineepugh]

Well said Mr Doe! Yes, the choice of forgiveness is the most powerful choice ever!

[KosephJeating]

This isn't just talk. Having spent a couple years with Marcus in seminary, I can affirm this is what he's like in reality

[GerardLouison]

Thank you for the courage to share Marcus!

[ramdevi]

No one deserves to be defined by worst moments of one's life

[matthroma]

Great job, Marcus! I'm proud to call you my friend.

[sridharlanka]

Build energy for deterrence
And choose forgiveness instead revenge

[joelafives]

Marcus is now one of the pastors at Redemption Tucson. Check him out!

[lisakelsch]

No one plans a murder out loud after all.

[jazzfan]

Me: No one can out procrastinate me.

Marcus Doe: Hold my Cola.

[jamesrrr]

F that, sometimes people have to pay and vengeance is all that matters.