But that does not make forgiveness automatic.
Forgiveness requires a response on our part.
Suppose someone is proven guilty of dangerous driving. No matter how much the judge likes the person, he must declare the law-breaker guilty and fine him appropritely. It is quite legal, however, for the judge to offer to pay the fine out of the judges own pocket. It is then up to the offender whether he accepts the judge s gift. There is one more consideration, however.