I forget about the things behind me and reach out for the things ahead of me. The goal I pursue is the prize of God’s upward call in Christ Jesus. ~ Philippians 3:13b-14 (CEV)
KEY IDEA:
Our goal is to stretch forward into the good life that Christ calls us into.PRAYER:
Lord, you are very generous. All the good things in my life come from you. Thank you. I confess that I look backward and focus on the bad things that have happened. I like to talk more about how I am a victim than about how you rescued me. I get more sympathy that way. So I need help to focus on the forward rather than dwelling on what is behind me. I am trusting you to reorient my life so that I can go after the reward that comes with living in Christ. Amen.