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What does the Bible say about forgetting our past mistakes?

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The Bible encourages believers to forget what lies behind and to press forward toward the goal in Christ.

Scripture teaches that in order to progress in our spiritual lives, we must forget our past mistakes. Paul instructs us in Philippians 3:12-14 to forget what is behind and to strive for what is ahead. This principle is critical for moving forward; clinging to past failures can hinder our growth. The divine goodness transforms our errors into lessons, enabling us to leave behind regret and instead seek wisdom from experience.
Scripture References: Philippians 3:12-14, Hebrews 8:12

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Go Forward!
J. R. Miller · Aug 15, 2020
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