Every day there are choices

Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand. (Proverbs 19:21 ESV)

Life is full of choices. Every day there are choices, large and small. Every day that passes gives you a greater legacy of past choices, past decisions. Some turned out to be good, some turned out to be bad, some a bit of both, and others you’re not sure of yet.

Your future isn’t limited by your past. It’s human nature to look back and regret some of the things you did, or to feel regret regarding things you wish you had done. The Lord understands that and He sympathizes, and to feel regret is natural.

But don’t overlook all the good that was also part of your life; the love and joy and fun and fellowship and inspiration that you’ve been blessed with, and the ways you have been a blessing to others.

When you look back on the past, count your blessings, not just your times of “if I only had.” Remember those good, lovely, admirable, and praiseworthy things that also make up the story of your life. And thank the Lord for the good decisions you made in the past, and the good ones that He’s going to help you to make in the future. - Maria Fontaine ¹

The remarkable thing is, we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. - Chuck Swindoll

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