102: The past..

Today I am reminded of my past. Those things that I cannot change, those things I did I wish I could forget, and some things I can't figure out what I was thinking. It's our human nature to want to change what we already did, but there is a catch. In the bible Isaiah 43:18 is says "Forget the former things(exactly what I just described above!); do not dwell on the past." We are not perfect people, we never will be until we see our Jesus face to face, but now in this moment I pause to remind myself that God has given me a command today to forget it all that is in the past, and don't think about it. It is a waste of time obviously or He would not have put that verse in the bible. God always knows what is best for his children. And we can make excuses all day long about how much we wish that our past was not as dirty as it is, but the truth is he has forgiven us COMPLETELY! That in itself is so freeing to me. I can walk in that statement, that I do not have to remember the past because it has been wiped away clean, the blood of Jesus was enough to cover my sins, no matter what kind of scars they left behind. Thank you God for that beautiful illustration of love towards me, you constantly want me to come boldly to you and get your promises ingrained into my head so I can not dwell on what is done. I love you Lord, and thank you for your forgiveness, you took my place. In Jesus name, amen.

Day 74: Rejoice

Lord you rejoice over me with singing, while I am going throughout my day, while I am sleeping, when I am praying inside, when I am talking to people, when I am at school, while I am just sitting. You are truely my heart's desire, there is nothing that could every even put a dent to wedge a space between us, not death or life or the little things inbetween. It's you that I love. Your singing, your songs of freedom that come up inside of me. Continue Lord to strengthen me by your spirit, speaking words of wisdom through your word and your promises. In Jesus name, amen.