DWELLING IN THE PAST IS DEADLY
The Apostle Paul writes, “One thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead.” Philippians 3:13 NKJV
This scripture teaches us that we cannot live effectively while holding on to the past. Whether our past is filled with pain, mistakes, or even past successes, it should not control our present or determine our future. Paul shows that forward movement requires intentional forgetting and pressing toward what lies ahead.
Dwelling in the past is deadly because it blinds you from seeing what God is doing right now. When your mind is trapped in yesterday, you miss the opportunities, blessings, and grace God has placed before you today.
The past—especially bad experiences—are dead things. Pain, betrayal, and mistakes can weigh down your soul and poison your spirit with bitterness. When you refuse to forgive those who hurt you, you create a barrier for the Holy Spirit to work freely in your life. Letting go opens the door for healing and a new beginning.
Even good memories of past victories can be a trap. Yesterday’s we learned your past reputation may stop you from seeking fresh grace and new levels of glory. God always has something better for you. Yesterday’s food can not sustain you today, you will die. The same for your Spirit, you must have fresh food every day. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you release the past, whether painful or pleasant and reach for heavenly things ahead.
Bitterness and pain are spiritual poison. They weaken your faith, kill your hope, and give the enemy ground to attack. But when you choose to forget and move forward, your spirit becomes strong, and new joy floods your soul.
Prayer: Lord, help me let go of the past and press into Your glorious future.
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Author: Minister Lucas Kaaya
DWELLING IN THE PAST IS DEADLY
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