Forgetting Those Things that are Behind

Brothers and sisters, I know that I still have a long way to go. But there is one thing I do: I forget what is in the past and try as hard as I can to reach the goal before me.
Philippians 3:13 ERV

Have you chosen a New Year's resolution or motto for 2021? I am always in awe that the turn of a single calendar page can bring such an expectation of hope for the future. I think Thomas Jefferson perfectly captured the essence of a new year when he said, "I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past."

Oftentimes, we allow past mistakes or misfortunes to hold us captive. I don't know why we do that. Do you? God Himself tells us through His prophet, Isaiah - Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing... (Isaiah 43:18-19 NKJV). If we can be SO hopeful for God's blessings and change with the turn of a single calendar page, does it matter the actual date on it? Remember God's mercies are new EVERY morning. Each day is a new beginning.

That's my resolution for the year - forgetting those things that are behind. I choose joy. I choose life. I choose Jesus.

What are your dreams for the future? Keep reaching for what is ahead - one beautiful NEW day at a time!

Prayer:

Father,
            Thank You for new days and new years, new beginnings, and Your mercies that are new every morning. Thank You for encouraging us with Your Word. Help us to stay focused to accomplish Your plan and purpose in our lives. Open our eyes to see You, our ears to hear You and our hearts to follow You. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen