It is hard to drive if we're always looking into the rear view mirror. Likewise, it's difficult to stay focused on Jesus Christ, and what He has ahead for us, if we're always looking back on our past. We have all messed up.
"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God"
Romans 3:23
When we accept the Lord Jesus Christ as our personal Savior, our sins are forgiven. Our past faults are wiped cleaned. Not because of anything we can accomplish in this flesh, but what Christ has done for us.
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son; that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life"
John 3:16
Are you trusting in that victory today, or are you looking behind at your past....all your striving in the flesh?
"Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Bless he LORD, O my soul, and forget none of His benefits; who pardons all your iniquities, who heals all your diseases"
Psalm 103: 1-3
Do forget your past, but don't forget how gracious and merciful is our Savior, who forgives all our iniquities. The LORD has placed you on a new road, and you have no need to look back on any past mistakes. You are a new creature in Christ Jesus!
