That thought has crossed my mind more times than I can count—“Does forgiving mean letting them off the hook.” Even though I know that’s not how forgiveness works, I’ve still found myself wrestling with it throughout my walk with God. Does forgiving mean letting them off the hook? It can feel that way—like releasing someone from the weight of their offense also means releasing them from accountability. But that’s not how God’s forgiveness works, and it’s not what He asks of us. There have been situations where I’ve truly forgiven people—fully, deeply, and with peace. But if I’m being honest… there’s this one person I just can’t seem to forgive…