“Forgiveness is not saying what they did was okay. It’s saying I’m trusting God to handle this instead of me.”

How do you forgive someone without endorsing what they did? That’s the question Carol, Kelly, and Tricia are tackling this week on the Girl Talk Podcast. With honesty, biblical truth, and real-life examples, they explore how forgiveness doesn’t mean approval, how to set healthy boundaries, and how to stay rooted in grace when people don’t change. Whether you’ve been wounded by someone who never said sorry, or you’re wrestling with bitterness, this conversation is a reminder that forgiveness is for your freedom—not their validation.

Take it with you:

1. Forgiveness is for you—not them.
   You can forgive someone even if they never apologize or change. Forgiveness is a heart posture before God, not a stamp of approval on someone's choices.
2. Boundaries are not punishment.
   Loving someone doesn’t mean ignoring unhealthy or harmful behavior. Boundaries protect you and help you honor what’s right without endorsing what’s wrong.
3. You can’t truly forgive without Jesus.
   The cross reminds us how much we’ve been forgiven—and that grace fuels our ability to forgive others, even when it’s hard or messy.