DAILY?READINGS: Leviticus 24; Psalms 137-138; Mark 9:33-50
Forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. Philippians 3:13b
It is not uncommon for some believers to continually grieve over forgiven sins. While the consequences may remain, we ought to rejoice that God has completely removed them (Psalms 103:12) and remembers them no more (Isaiah 43:25). So let us spend our time usefully getting to know the One who did this for us. Let us seize the moment to worship and serve Him, allowing Him to prepare us for even greater service. Excessive regret not only steals from today but will also hinder our future. Beloved, choose instead to focus on Christ.—George Ferrier
Kept peaceful in the midst of strife, forgiving and forgiven,
O may we lead the pilgrim’s life, and follow Thee to Heaven. —J. Gurney