Regrets linger to taunt us. Heart howls still echo in the forgiven chambers. Forgiveness does not erase memory. It gives it value, but it does not erase it.
Be honest. Sort through heart rubble with an eye for lessons to learn, restitution to be made, sins to tackle with elbow grease. When you seek Him you will find Him. When you draw near to Him, He draws near to you.
Be brave. You may have to endure consequences. You may need new activities and habits. Our hearts are daunting, scary places. Ask someone who is familiar with God's Word to help you clear through your wilderness.
Be gentle. It takes a lifetime to gain a strong, healthy, godly heart. God is not in a hurry. He meets you where you are in this moment. He has a plan for your welfare and not your calamity. He knows the plans He has for you to give you a future and a hope. Baby steps matter. Learn to love Him one day at a time, one lesson at a time.
Be still. In the habit of stillness, in the quiet place, continue to pour out your thoughts and hurts to Him. It is God who removes the rubble as far as the east is from the west. It is God who inwardly renews and refreshes your heart day by day. He is the Father who sings over you. Let Him quiet your heart howls with His love.
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