[Done_With_It]

July 25th

Forgiving myself for my past is one of the most difficult things I have had to face in my recovery. Although I knew God had forgiven me, I couldn't accept it and feel forgiven. I still carried shame and guilt because my actions had dishonored God.

During recovery I learned that dwelling on my past does not bring honor to God. Jesus Christ died for my sins; he knew what sins I would commit, but he loved me anyways. I make Christ's death on the cross seem futile if I do not accept his forgiveness.

It helps if I picture all my shame, guilt, and sins nailed to the cross. Jesus has washed me clean! This forgiveness is available to anyone who reopens of their sins and turns to God. Now my heart is so full of my relationship with Christ that there is no room left for shame!