Paul wrote by THE SPIRIT in Philippians chapter 3:
12 Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.
13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead,
14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
If there is anyone who started out imperfect, it is me. My ego grew strong at an early age because of worldly success relative to my peers and FATHER had much to correct once I gave my life to Christ. I accept full responsibility for those imperfections even though my ego would like to place the blame elsewhere. I have gladly let go of the past and daily I press on to the high calling of FATHER in Christ Jesus. My life is not my own but belongs to FATHER in whatever HE decides is best for me in every area of my life. In HIM I live and have my being!
It is my deepest desire to minister Love and life to those whom FATHER brings into my presence. I share this to encourage you that no matter what your past FATHER is preparing to empower and use us in a mighty fashion. Paul’s past when he was an enemy to Christ and His followers shows us how men and women can change and become mighty for THE LORD. There is no one FATHER cannot change in order to do HIS bidding thus we must encourage ourselves when others want to bring up our past in order to disqualify us from our various callings.
15 Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you.
16 Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us be of the same mind.
As we mature in Christ we are able to see just how immature we were when we were living according to the world and its standards. Thankfully FATHER’S grace and mercy saved us from certain destruction and has placed on the path to the fullness in Christ, also known as “The Way”.
We have been hidden to some degree during these times of maturing in Christ but I believe that soon we will actively seek to be in unity and fellowship with those who are of the same mind. Yes, there are pockets of brethren who share the same desire but for whatever reason FATHER has not connected all who have received the revelation of Love. Once those connections take place, we should expect major changes to come forth on earth. The anointing will be strong and FATHER’S Love will not be resisted as HIS elect will minister at the highest levels. Mistakes we all made in the past will not matter for the anointing will brake every yoke and set the captives free.
If you are beating yourself up because of your past… let it go. Join me as we press on to the high calling.