Sometimes
Some days it feels like my past tries to haunt me…
Those old mistakes, old versions of me, old battles I thought I buried.
But then I’m reminded of the book of Matthew — where Jesus didn’t call the perfect, the polished, or the people with spotless stories.
He called the messy ones.
The broken ones.
The ones with history.
The ones with a past.
Matthew himself was a tax collector… someone everyone looked down on.
Yet Jesus looked at him and simply said, “Follow Me.”
No requirements.
No checklist.
No shame thrown in his face.
So if your past tries to whisper lies, remember this:
God already knew your story before He wrote your purpose.
Your past is a chapter, not your identity.
And grace is bigger than every mistake you’ve ever made.💛
Many of us wrestle deeply with our past mistakes and the versions of ourselves we wish we could forget. Just like Matthew, who was shunned for his profession and past choices, we might feel haunted or unworthy. However, the Gospel shows us that Jesus intentionally chose those who were considered broken or flawed to demonstrate that our past does not limit God’s call or grace. Matthew 9:9-13 and Luke 5:27-32 describe Jesus inviting Matthew simply to "Follow Me," without prerequisites or judgment. This highlights a powerful truth: God’s purpose for us begins where we are, not where we think we should be. Our past is not our identity but a chapter leading toward a greater story. This message encourages us to reject the lie that past failures define our worth. Instead, by embracing grace, we can rewrite our narratives. Grace is bigger than mistakes and welcomes us with open arms. This transformative truth invites everyone, especially those feeling weighed down by their history, to move forward in hope. For anyone struggling with shame or guilt, this story serves as a reminder that divine love transcends all human shortcomings. It offers a path to healing and new beginnings, focusing on who we can become rather than who we were. Just as Jesus called Matthew, He calls each of us toward purpose, acceptance, and renewal.
