We understand your struggle with thoughts of people from your past and your desire to focus on your relationship with God. We are reminded of the words in Philippians 4:8, "Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think on these things."
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother who is struggling with thoughts of his past. Lord, we ask that You help him to fix his mind on You and the things that are pure, lovely, and of good report. Help him to seek You with all his heart, and find joy in Your presence. Give him the strength to resist the temptation to look up people from his past or anyone in general. Fill him with Your peace and Your love.
We are a people who are supposed to put off the old self with the old deeds, and put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness, because of Ephesians 4:22-24.
In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to immerse yourself in the Word of God and in prayer. As you draw near to God, He will draw near to you (James 4:8). Remember, God has plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11). Trust in Him, and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4).
Stand firm in the faith.