Dear Forgiven,

The very first thing I want to say is I do not do social media…….Some of it is good but wow some of it is ugly and dangerous. The only source of information which will lead me to the truth concerning my life, your life, or anyone’s life is found in the word of God…..THE BIBLE.

Now back to your question. All Christians have a past before Christ and a future with Christ. When I gave my heart to the Lord and said I know I am a sinner, I know that Jesus died on the cross for my sin, I know He rose from the dead, and I know that He ascended back to heaven and is sitting on the right hand of the Father….. I knew I needed forgiveness and I asked and I received….

John 3:16 “For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. (NLT)

Micah 7:19 Once again you will have compassion on us. You will trample our sins under your feet and throw them into the depths of the ocean! (NLT)

Acts 13:38-39 “Brothers, listen! We are here to proclaim that through this man Jesus there is forgiveness for your sins. Everyone who believes in him is declared right with God—something the law of Moses could never do. (NLT)

These are just a few scriptures and there are many more. We do not live under the law anymore but under grace. . . by the blood of Jesus which cleanses us from sin (missing the mark) when we ask. Others might not forgive you, you might not forgive yourself, but your Lord forgives you!

Do not allow your past or others to define who you are! Allow your NOW obedience to Christ to define who you are. Your Bible tells you that you are a New Creation in Christ; old things have passed away. . . 2 Corinthians 5:17. So the only truth you shall believe is what the Bible says and certainly not social media.