Forgetting and Moving Ahead

Scripture: Philippians 3:13 Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do. Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.

Observation: I have a difficult time forgetting my past at times. I’m so much better since I received Jesus as my Lord and savior yet I still think of the past. I use to let the past form who I was in the present, instead of letting what God made in me look forward to the future. I know now that God has my destiny and whatever it might be will be wonderful, because it will be God’s will for my life.

Application: Know that God has a plan for me, a plan to prosper and give me hope and a future. I need to use my past as a learning tool and not who I am. I should look forward to my future because I desire God’s will for my life. Do everything I can to honor God and stay on his path for my life.

Prayer: Dear Lord guide this servant to fulfill the purpose you have given me. Give me strength each day to do your will. Form me into this man you desire me to be and speak to me so I may hear your voice, guiding me.