Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Scripture

“Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions; according to your steadfast love remember me, for your goodness’ sake, O Lord!” Psalm 25:7

Reflections

As you look back at your life, are there any things in your past that make you cringe?

Imagine a giant white board where you were given an opportunity to list all the “highs” and “lows” of your life.  You include all the things you’re proud of.  You also include all the things you’re ashamed of.  All the good and all the bad make up the story of your life.

There is nothing we can do to change our past; all the things we are embarrassed by, all the things we wish had never happened, all the things we wish we had never said, all the things we wish we had never done.  They haunt us as memories we would rather forget.

Others may remember such things and remind us of them, but our Lord God is different.  He is merciful.  He is loving.  He is all-knowing.  He knows that we are often weak when temptation comes uninvited.

When it comes to our Lord God, the white board of shame is wiped clean.  It is as if none of that ever happened.  He sees the good in you and loves you.  He loves you enough to die for you.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the love and mercy you have shown me in Jesus Christ.  Thank you for forgetting all the wrongs of my past.  Help me to live this day with my head held high, knowing I’m loved by you.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 25:1-9