1 Peter 2:1-5
Hinder is defined as to cause delay, interruption, or difficulty in; hamper; impede; prevent; slow down; burden.
Do not allow your past failures, past relationships, past mistakes and past bad choices define who you are today. Stop letting man or woman hinder you. God has great purpose for us and we have to walk in what He has for us. Keep moving forward in greatness. We can live like our past no longer defines us anymore. In Christ, we’re a new creation. We become our true identity in Him. Loved and forgiven, we’re no longer condemned. We must get rid of things in our past that hinders us. (1) Our past doesn’t define you. (2) Our past circumstances can’t be changed, but you can change. (3) Our past of shame is forgiven in Christ. (4) Our past shapes you, but you’re not to dwell there. (5) Our past only has the power you give it. (6) Our past is not a matter of others’ opinions of you and (7) Our past likely includes patterns from past choices. Don’t forget the lessons from your past; we don’t want to repeat mistakes. Instead, use memories of our past as motivators for change. Our difficulties and failings, not just our blessings and successes, have helped make us who we are today. We must learn from our experiences. In Hebrews 12:1 it encourages us to throw off everything that hinders, including the controlling behaviors rooted in our past and the sins entangled in our heart and run with perseverance the new race God has marked out for is. This “race” may involve teaching others what we’ve learned through hard experience and God’s grace. It might include comforting or encouraging hurting people, helping them understand God’s word or serving them.
I come by this morning to let you know God has great purpose in redeeming each one of us. What Satan means for evil in our lives, God wants to transform and use for His glory. We will no longer be hindered by man or woman. In this season our steps will be guided by the Lord and the Lord alone. Be bless and I love you!!! JE
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