I would always say I’m only looking forward but now I see why it’s so important to look back. Looking back is no longer a burden but a blessing. Looking back has not only shown me how much that I’ve grown, but it’s also shown me that I still have the strength to keep pushing forward. Looking back can show you all the things you’ve accomplished, the strength that you have to keep going, and how God has covered you through it all.
My professor emailed me and told me that my photo was still being seen around campus! Looking at that picture made me realize that success still has my name attached to it! I also look back from time to see all the awards I gained and people I inspired in the past! Looking back at old accomplishments shows proof that your journey didn’t break you but only made you stronger.
The strength that I have now was built from my past! The lessons from the past can build you stronger. Losing my father made me stronger. I had never been so weak at that time, but all the strength that came from God and others makes me smile as I look back. I’ll miss him forever, but the strength I gained gave me a push to keep going and one day be able to say, “This speech, book, or award goes to my father in heaven.” I’ve also gained strength from letting enemies go and fighting through with prayer and intelligence. Looking back can allow you to persevere and motivate you to keep going.
Looking back shows you that if God covered you in the past, he will do it again. God saved you then and he can save you again! His protection is solid, and nobody can stop the plans that he has for your life! Look back at all the times that God has kept you and keep moving you forward. If he was there then, best believe he is still by your side.
So don’t look back at all the bad! Start looking back and see the good as you move forward in this season.
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