Dr Dianne Grocott “Jonathan Clerke’s offering provides a guidebook through the painful landscape of human suffering, detailing a pathway to healing that is authentic and possible.” Psychiatrist with more than 30 years’ experience helping people affected by trauma and human suffering. Hi Karl,Here are the instrucitons/guidelines for the Praise page.1)At the top of the page, under the hero banner made specifically for this page, place the following centrally:Praise for Hating and Forgiving2)Next line, in smaller font:What people who have studied, suffered, fought, forgiven, and helped others heal are saying about Hating and Forgiving.I am very grateful to all those who have written encouraging and generous responses to this book. They include those who have researched, taught, and experienced the emotionally fraught worlds of personal violations, war, being hated and hating, and forgiving enemies.3)Have this as a full-width, prominently featured quotation section:Dr. Brian Harris“Don't read Hating and Forgiving unless you are willing to be challenged, disturbed, inspired, and changed… It is comprehensive, rigorous, insightful, timely, moving, practical, systematic, compassionate, nuanced, biblical, pastoral, informed, relevant, and global.Theologian and educator with extensive experience in Christian leadership and spiritual formation4)Then a button or text link that expands as an accordion. The button/link should say:Read the full endorsement  ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Don't read Hating and Forgiving unless you are willing to be challenged, disturbed, inspired, and changed. Jonathan Clerke has achieved something genuinely remarkable in this book. Exploring the impossibly complex and emotionally fraught topic of forgiveness, he offers no trite or easy answers, but suggests that we view forgiveness as a river we travel along—one which has significant ports of call along the way, each offering some form of challenge and healing. I could use many words to describe this work. It is comprehensive, rigorous, insightful, timely, moving, practical, systematic, compassionate, nuanced, biblical, pastoral, informed, relevant, and global. At times, it is overwhelming. It offers many vignettes—each deeply moving, sometimes harrowing. This is as it should be, for they deal with some of the most painful and confronting issues in the muddled history of humanity. And yet it is also a deeply hopeful book, quietly insistent that no matter how great the loss and pain, there is a way forward. This book is well written, provides probing questions for discussion, and is thoroughly researched. It is for all who want to think deeply about forgiveness.”—Dr. Brian Harris, Director of Mission and Formation for the Carey Group, former principal of Vose Seminary. Author of The Tortoise Usually Wins: Biblical Reflections on Quiet Leadership and Stirrers and Saints: Forming Spiritual Leaders of Skill, Depth and Character. 5)Overall, have a wireframe that looks like this with a repeating pattern spread over three sections.Section 1: A Book for those needing to think deeply about forgiveness.Section 2: When forgiveness is not theoretical.Section 3. War, combat, trauma, and mental health.Section 4: Are you ready to begin the journey?────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────                     A Book for Those Needing         To Think Deeply About Forgiveness[Use Source Sans 3 Bold for this section heading & for the other three section headings][ Endorsement cards with pull quotes and accordions] Dr Jichan J. Kim“This is a must-read for anyone seeking to engage deeply with Christ's call to love.”Christian scholar and psychologist with more than a decade of research into forgivenessRead the full endorsement ↓        The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“I have been researching forgiveness as a Christian scholar for over ten years, and I am genuinely impressed by the depth of Jonathan Clerke’s work. Hating and Forgiving correctly captures forgiveness as loving one’s enemies at a time when many approaches emphasize forgiveness primarily for one’s own benefit. Drawing on philosophical, theological, and psychological perspectives, the book offers a rich and integrated account of forgiveness. Obeying Jesus’s command to love our enemies can feel daunting, or even outrageous, but Jonathan Clerke compellingly presents forgiveness as something we both can and ought to practice for our spiritual health. He also provides excellent tools to help readers swim in the river of forgiveness toward an ocean free of hate. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to engage deeply with Christ’s call to love.”—Jichan J. Kim, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, US.Dr Meego Remmel"This is not merely a book to be read—it is an experience to be received. A rare and necessary gift."Estonian theologian and educator with expertise in Christian ethics and pastoral care.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Hating and Forgiving: Violent Crime, Combat, and the Christian Path to Enemy Love by Jonathan Clerke is far more than another contribution to the much-written-about topic of Christian forgiveness. It is a deeply thoughtful and convincingly written monograph—equally suited for personal reflection and for use within support or study groups. Clerke’s work broadened my understanding of forgiveness as explored in contemporary research on personal and collective trauma and mental health, while also deepening my sense of the spiritual dimensions of both forgiving and being forgiven. The author’s distinction between pseudo-forgiveness, decisional forgiveness, and genuine forgiveness—applied to our relationships with others, with ourselves, and with God—is both pastorally wise and psychologically insightful. The book’s symbolic imagery of “going down the river of forgiveness” invites every reader into a vivid, hope-filled journey, one that makes the possibility of real forgiveness feel both accessible and transformative. This is not merely a book to be read—it is an experience to be received. A rare and necessary gift.”—Professor Meego Remmel, Estonian Free Church Theological Seminary, TCM International Institute.Dr. Michael Bräutigam“Jonathan Clerke brings together theology, psychology, and lived experience to speak with clarity and compassion into some of the most difficult areas of human existence: violent crime, hatred, trauma, and war.”Theologian and psychologist specialising in the relationship between theology, psychology and human sufferingRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Hating and Forgiving is a courageous book. Jonathan Clerke brings together theology, psychology, and lived experience to speak with clarity and compassion into some of the most difficult areas of human existence: violent crime, hatred, trauma, and war. Drawing from Scripture and from the stories of those who have suffered profoundly, he offers a path toward forgiveness that is both honest and hopeful. Clerke writes with integrity, humility, and a deep sensitivity to real human pain as he helps us navigate the tensions between Jesus’s command to forgive and the reality of the wounds we carry. May this book serve survivors, chaplains, pastors, and all who long to understand what it means to forgive in the shadow of profound harm. I warmly commend this important work.”—Dr. Michael Bräutigam, Director of the Centre for Theology & Psychology, Melbourne School of Theology, Australian University of Theology.Dr Michael Bird“In a world filled with wars, discord, and a lack of empathy, Clerke offers a wonderful exhortation about how to follow one of Jesus’s hardest teachings today.”New Testament scholar, theologian, and author of over 30 books.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Jon Clerke delves into what it really means to love your enemies. He looks at the psychology of forgiveness and real-life stories of people who have chosen to forgive and the unforgivable. In a world filled with wars, discord, and a lack of empathy, Clerke offers a wonderful exhortation about how to follow one of Jesus’s hardest teachings today.”—Dr. Michael Bird, Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia. Author and co-author of over 15 books.Dr. Imad Shehadeh"Clerke helpfully clarifies what forgiveness is and is not, distinguishing it from forgetting, excusing wrongdoing, abandoning justice, and automatic reconciliation."President and Professor of Theology, Jordan Evangelical Theological Seminary.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“The book Hating and Forgiving: Violent Crime, Combat, and the Christian Path to Enemy Love by Jonathan Clerke is a welcome contribution to a very crucial and needed subject that is a matter of daily life for every Christian. The book thoroughly, empirically, and biblically examines forgiveness in the context of extreme violence, including criminal acts, war, and combat killing. Clerke helpfully clarifies what forgiveness is and is not, distinguishing it from forgetting, excusing wrongdoing, abandoning justice, and automatic reconciliation. He also differentiates between forgiving others, self-forgiveness, and divine forgiveness. Using a ‘river of forgiveness’ metaphor, the book presents a structured process for navigating forgiveness. The latter sections address killing, moral injury, post-traumatic stress, and self-forgiveness, followed by a theological exploration of divine forgiveness according to Jesus and its implications for human forgiveness. As an aid to the reader, each chapter of the book ends with a summary, study guide, key Scriptures, and revision questions. Much appreciation to Jonathan Clerke for his valuable contribution.”—Dr. Imad Shehadeh, President and Professor of Theology, Jordan Evangelical Theological Seminary.────────────────────────────────────            WHEN FORGIVENESS                         IS  NOT                 THEORETICAL     [Endorsement cards with pull quotes and accordions]Dr. Minna and Dr. Veli-Pekka Joki-Erkkilä“We ourselves have forgiven the murderer of our child, and that forgiveness, although profoundly costly, proved to be the only path to life, freedom, and healing.”Physicians who chose to forgive the murderer of their childRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“We understand, both professionally and personally, how deeply unforgiveness fractures the human person: mind, body, and soul. We ourselves have forgiven the murderer of our child, and that forgiveness, although profoundly costly, proved to be the only path to life, freedom, and healing. Such forgiveness would have been impossible without Jesus Christ; it was His life, death, and resurrection that provided both the moral foundation and the inner strength to forgive the unforgivable. Jonathan Clerke’s Hating and Forgiving addresses forgiveness with rare honesty and theological depth, refusing simplistic answers while fully honoring the reality of deep suffering. We appreciate that our story is referenced in the book as one example of how Christ-centered forgiveness can become a source of genuine healing. From both a medical and human perspective, we wholeheartedly recommend this well-written and accessible, yet in-depth, book on forgiveness.”—Dr. Minna Joki-Erkkilä, MD, PhD, and Dr. Veli-Pekka Joki-Erkkilä, MD, PhD, Finland.Leila Abdallah“It does not minimize suffering but gently points readers toward healing, freedom, and the heart of Christ.”Mother, survivor of profound loss, and co-founder of the i4Give FoundationRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Jonathan Clerke’s book, Hating and Forgiving: Violent Crime, Combat, and the Christian Path to Enemy Love is a deeply moving and powerful book that speaks honestly about the pain of trauma, the struggle of forgiveness, and the beauty of Christian discipleship. What makes this book so impactful is its balance of truth, compassion, and hope. It does not minimize suffering but gently points readers toward healing, freedom, and the heart of Christ. Through real stories—including my own—and biblical wisdom, it reminds us that forgiveness is not weakness; it is a courageous journey of surrender, faith, and transformation. A truly inspiring and life-giving read.”—Leila Abdallah, Co-Founder of i4Give Foundation.Volodymyr Vuzii“The biblical principles that Jonathan shares are not abstract; they are tools that we can use immediately to bring the hope of the Gospel into some of the darkest places.”Ukrainian pastor and founding president of Vinnytsia Bible College who has applied the book’s principles of forgiveness in ministry to soldiers during wartimeRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“You are holding a unique book that highlights the essence of hatred and forgiveness in the lives of people who have experienced violence, torture, and physical harm. Having experienced the horrors of almost four years of Russian aggression against Ukraine, I had many questions about forgiving others. Jonathan Clerke's book—Hating and Forgiving—answered these, and it explained that forgiving one's enemies does not negate accountability nor just punishment.Jonathan's book reveals important research on the positive impact of forgiveness in the lives of people who, despite the trauma they have suffered, have forgiven their enemies. He also investigated the destructive impact of hatred on the lives of those who have refused to forgive their offenders.This book offers long-suffering Ukrainians a new perspective on the victory of good over evil through forgiving oneself, forgiving one's enemies, and receiving forgiveness from God. It is useful for both Christians and anyone else seeking answers to the important question: how to defeat evil? I have already begun applying these truths in my personal ministry to soldiers. The biblical principles that Jonathan shares are not abstract; they are tools that we can use immediately to bring the hope of the Gospel into some of the darkest places. Read this book soon so that you can start on the journey of forgiving your enemies.”—Volodymyr Vuzii, Pastor of Vinnytsia Baptist Church and founding president of Vinnytsia Bible College (now the Vinnytsia Bible Seminary). Former Senior Pastor of Vinnytsia Baptist Union within the Ukrainian Baptist Union.Dr Valentyn Syniy“This book confronts the reader with the serious difficulty of practicing forgiveness, especially in extreme circumstances.”Ukrainian theologian who read the book while living through the realities of war. President of Tavriski Christian Institute, Ukraine.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Jonathan Clerke’s Hating and Forgiving explores the theology and practice of forgiveness. Reading this book during wartime was deeply challenging, as it forced me to wrestle constantly with the tension between biblical theology and the harsh reality of violence and loss. This book confronts the reader with the serious difficulty of practicing forgiveness, especially in extreme circumstances. By thoughtfully systematizing biblical and theological perspectives, and by engaging both personal testimonies and medical research, Clerke provides a strong and necessary foundation for taking the practice of forgiveness with greater depth and seriousness.”—Dr. Valentyn Syniy, President of Tavriski Christian Institute, Ukraine.Dr Daniel Shayesteh“As an ex-Muslim who once valorised hatred, unforgiveness, and revenge, I found it profoundly edifying, enlightening, and liberating.”Author and founding president of Exodus from Darkness, Inc.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Jonathan Clerke’s book, Hating and Forgiving, compellingly shows that hatred and unforgiveness are not signs of courage but a consuming spiritual fire. Clarke presents forgiveness not as a human ideal or philosophical concept, but as an attribute of God revealed in Jesus Christ, the true water of life, who extinguishes this fire and replaces it with God’s reconciling love, bringing both haters and victims into genuine peace. Exposing evil, not people, as the true instigator of division, this book powerfully reveals the heart of the Gospel. As an ex-Muslim who once valorised hatred, unforgiveness, and revenge, I found it profoundly edifying, enlightening, and liberating. I recommend it wholeheartedly to everyone.”—Dr. Daniel Shayesteh, Christian apologist, evangelist, author, and founding president of Exodus from Darkness, Inc.────────────────────────────────────                 WAR, COMBAT, TRAUMA,                  AND                     MENTAL HEALTH     [ Endorsement cards with pull quotes and accordions]Rev Dr Michael Brown“War destabilizes individuals through moral injury, post-traumatic stress, death, and much more.”Former US Army infantry officer who served in Bosnia and Iraq and later ministered in UkraineRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“I fought as an infantry officer in the United States Army for a decade in Bosnia and Iraq. In 2023, armed with a PhD instead of a gun, I went to Ukraine to help pastors, chaplains, and others engulfed by the invasion. War destabilizes individuals through moral injury, post-traumatic stress, death, and much more. In the long arc of human conflict, forgiveness and warfare must eventually be brought into conversation with one another. Jonathan does not treat these realities as mere psychological symptoms. Instead, he understands them as spiritual realities that can be clarified, although never reduced, by psychological language. There is a distinction between using psychology to illuminate and strengthen our convictions and baptizing psychological conclusions with religious vocabulary. Jonathan is careful to avoid the latter. He writes for those who are prepared to step into the river of forgiveness, however turbulent it may be. Christ has commanded us to forgive. As costly and challenging as that command may be, Jonathan offers concrete tools for those who take forgiveness seriously and who are willing to move toward it, even in the aftermath of profound violence. I strongly recommend Hating and Forgiving.”—Rev. Dr. Michael Brown, PhD, Associate Professor, Indiana Wesleyan University, Director of Wished Inc.Chaplain Karen J Diefendorf“Unforgiveness leads down a path, not up. It embroils the soul of the soldier. It creates someone unrecognizable.”Retired US Army chaplain with experience ministering to veterans affected by trauma and moral injuryRead the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“Jonathan Clerke’s book, Hating and Forgiving: Violent Crime, Combat, and the Christian Path to Enemy Love took me back to conversations with veterans … some with PTSD, some on hospice and nearing death, some who had been deployed and had lost friends, and some who had never gone to war. I’ve sat in seminars to learn how to help, and I’ve read many books and studied the latest research. But I, along with others who discuss Moral Injury, have observed a common thread: it is unforgiveness. Unforgiveness leads down a path, not up. It embroils the soul of the soldier. It creates someone unrecognizable. I am reminded of Dr. Jonathan Shay’s words in Achilles in Vietnam: Combat Trauma and the Undoing of Character that he needed a chaplain in his therapy groups with Vietnam veterans because only a chaplain could pronounce absolution. Forgiveness of the enemy, forgiveness of oneself, and even forgiveness of God is necessary to move beyond what unforgiveness will create. I highly commend Clerke’s work as a place to begin for yourself and for those whom you will serve.”—Chaplain (Lieutenant Colonel) Retired, Karen J. Diefendorf, US Army.Dr Dianne Grocott“Jonathan Clerke’s offering provides a guidebook through the painful landscape of human suffering, detailing a pathway to healing that is authentic and possible.”Psychiatrist with more than 30 years’ experience helping people affected by trauma and human suffering.Read the full endorsement ↓The accordion should display the full endorsement and full credentials, as follows:“I am a psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience working with people of various faith journeys whose lives have been stuck by many traumatic experiences. Jonathan Clerke’s offering provides a guidebook through the painful landscape of human suffering, detailing a pathway to healing that is authentic and possible. He has covered theory of Christian theology and psychology needed by chaplains and those who seek to assist. He has also designed a practical manual of many steps that could guide those who are suffering and who can manage only one small portion of change at a time. The kindness and hope of Jonathan’s approach embraces people on the journey, without presupposing prior faith or expectations.”—Dr. Dianne Grocott, MBBS, Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (University of Western Australia, 1983). FRANZCP Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (1989).────────────────────────────────────                      ARE YOU READY                                TO   BEGIN THE JOURNEY?          [Insert button 'Explore the Book']──────────────────────────────────── Here is my aim for the HOME page:To be an invitation to explore, rather than an enormous page attempting to explain the entire book.Jonathan ClerkePO Box 650 Albany CreekQld 4035 AustraliaEmail  info@echoesofjesus.comWeb    http://www.echoesofjesus.comCaution: The information contained in this mail message is confidential and may be legally privileged. 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