Jesus calls us to forgive others not just seven times, but seventy times seven, demonstrating a level of grace that goes beyond human comfort zones. The Greek word for forgiveness means to let go or send away, like releasing our grip on a rope in a tug-of-war. When we hold onto offenses, we cannot receive the gifts God wants to place in our hands. Jesus modeled perfect forgiveness even while dying on the cross, asking the Father to forgive those who crucified Him. We are called to imitate this same radical forgiveness, understanding that our debt to God was unpayable and that unforgiveness affects how God handles our own sin. The challenge is clear: we must choose to let go of past hurts and follow Jesus in this most difficult command.