Roadside Stories

 

We are so glad you are here. Roadside Stories is a place for anyone seeking encouragement, answers, and deeper insight into faith and the love of Christ. 

 

Whether you are exploring Christianity, seeking biblical clarity on life’s questions, or simply needing a spiritual boost, our aim is to provide guidance, truth, and hope.

 

This blog is designed to be a one-way journey of exploration, reflection, and discovery. Through write-ups on faith, the journey of accepting Christ, and fresh perspectives on timeless biblical topics, we hope to fuel your faith and inspire a closer walk with God.

 

Thank you for joining us. May Roadside Stories be a source of light and encouragement in your journey!

 

Romans 15:13

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

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Back to the Past

Looking at your past becomes an option when it is done through the lens of growth, reflection, and understanding of God's grace. While you cannot change the past, God can use it as a tool to reveal how far you've come, how much you've learned, and how He has worked in your life to shape you into who you are today.

Why Your Past Matters in Measuring Growth

  • God's Transformation: Your past is evidence of God's transformative power. Just as Paul once persecuted Christians before becoming a devoted apostle, your story can show how God has redirected your life (2 Corinthians 5:17).
  • Evidence of Spiritual Growth: Looking back reveals areas where you've matured - spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. It allows you to compare who you were then to who you are now, highlighting God's work in your life (Philippians 1:6).
  • A Reminder of God's Faithfulness: Your past is a testament to God's faithfulness during difficult seasons. Remembering how He brought you through challenges strengthens your faith for present and future trials (Deuteronomy 7:9).
  • Healing and Redemption: Your past, no matter how broken, is an opportunity for God to showcase His redemptive power. What the enemy intended for harm, God can use for good (Genesis 50:20).
  • Testimony and Encouragement: Your journey becomes a testimony that inspires others. Reflecting on your past enables you to empathise and share how God's grace brought healing and hope (Revelation 12:11).

Reflection Questions

  1. How has God used a challenging part of your past to strengthen your faith?
  2. What growth can you see in yourself when you compare where you were spiritually, emotionally, or mentally a few years ago?
  3. How can your past serve as a source of encouragement to others?

Prayer of Gratitude for Growth

Lord, thank You for the ways You have transformed my life. Help me to look back on my past, not with regret, but with gratitude for the growth You have brought. Use my experiences to glorify You and inspire others. Amen.

Your past doesn't define you; it serves as a reminder of how far God has brought you and how much further He can take you.