A powerful story of confronting old hurts, overcoming a painful past and finding the courage to forgive.

For the past 17 years, Memphis police officer, Bill “Mac” McDonald has held a deep grudge. On that fateful day nearly two decades ago, shots started flying during a drug raid on his street. Mac’s five-year-old son got caught in the crossfire, and died.

Over time, Mac alienates his wife, locks horns with his delinquent teenage son, and battles the inner demons raging within his soul. He turns inward, but not to seek peace. Instead he lashes out in anger, harbors bitterness and exhibits an obsession with perfection. His fury over the death of his young son at the hands of a African-American drug dealer jades Mac’s objectivity, and whatever compassion he once had turns to vile racism. His strong opinions and foul personality is destroying his family and, though he is a good cop, he is passed over for promotions repeatedly.

When the new, younger, African-American officer Sam Wright not only receives a promotion to sergeant, but is also partnered with Mac on the streets, Mac is at the end of his rope. But Sam is dealing with his own painful struggles. In addition to his work on the Memphis police force, Sam is the pastor of a small church. Sam’s heart is at the pulpit, but for financial reasons, he must hold the two jobs. He continues to pray that God will bless his ministry and turn his dwindling congregation into a thriving, lively community of the faithful. He tries to confront Sam’s unfriendly demeanor, cruel remarks and outright bigotry with kindness, but he is hurt and finds it hard to “turn the other cheek.” As a result, as he preaches forgiveness and reconciliation, his ministry feels false. He begins to question his faith and purpose in life.

Then another tragedy hits Mac hard, and he and Sam are forced to see each other for the men they really are, decent men who are deeply wounded. But in Mac’s most desperate hour, will Sam be able to bring him back to God, and not only help Mac find peace, but also heal his own heart?