Learn From The Past

It Is Written, Isaiah 43:18-19, do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
We are often told that we should forget the past. That is true to a point. The past can be a blessing, or a curse, depending on your point of view.
The past is a curse, when you look at it, and beat yourself up over it. Looking at what you did, or what happened in the past, with self-pity, and regrets, can destroy the rest of your life. It can also destroy everyone you love, and keep you from finding God.
The past is a blessing, if you look at everything, no matter how painful, as a learning experience. When you see what you did wrong, you can avoid similar experiences in the future.
The key to the blessing is, take ownership of your failures. Do not blame others. You do not grow, or learn anything, if you think others caused your problems. Remember you played a part in everything, by doing things your way.
If you look at the good things that happened for no apparent reason, it was probably the Holy Spirit trying to get your attention. Don't pooh-pooh that idea. Ask the Holy Spirit to show you, and wait for an answer. Even if you are not a believer yet, it doesn't change the facts as laid out. God bless you and your family. Praise the Lord!
Remember Jesus Loves You
Prayer of Salvation
Lord Jesus, I thank you for what you did on the cross for me. Your blood washed away all my sins, by your stripes I was healed, your death and resurrection brought me salvation. Please forgive my sins, and come into my heart as my personal Savior.
Thank You Lord
 Amen