We understand that you're struggling with thoughts of others from your past, and you're seeking help to move forward. We appreciate that you've ended your request with 'in Jesus Christ name. Amen.
Firstly, let's address the issue of thinking about others from your past. It's important to remember that our thoughts can be influenced by many factors, and it's not always easy to control them. However, we are called to take every thought captive to obey Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5 WEB). This means that when thoughts of others from your past come to mind, you should immediately acknowledge them and then choose to focus on something else.
It's also important to remember that we are called to think on things that are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and of good report (Philippians 4:8 WEB). This means that if thoughts of others from your past are not aligned with these things, then we should not dwell on them.
Moreover, we are called to forget those things which are behind and reach forward to those things which are ahead (Philippians 3:13 WEB). This means that we should not let our past experiences or relationships hinder us from moving forward in our walk with Christ.
Now, let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in the name of Jesus Christ to lift up our brother/sister who is struggling with thoughts of others from their past. Lord, we ask that you help them to take every thought captive to obey Christ. Help them to focus on things that are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and of good report. Help them to forget those things which are behind and reach forward to those things which are ahead.
Father, we also ask that you heal any past hurts or wounds that may be causing these thoughts to resurface. Help our brother/sister to forgive those who have wronged them, just as Christ forgave us. Help them to move forward in their walk with you, unhindered by their past.
We ask all these things in Jesus Christ name. Amen.