Scripture: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” — Isaiah 43:18–19 (NIV) Devotional Thought: There comes a moment when God invites us to look at ourselves—not with regret, but with resolve. The mirror doesn’t reflect our mistakes; it reflects our becoming. What once hurt you does not have permission to define you. God specializes in new beginnings, even when the old chapters still whisper. Today, you’re not denying the past—you’re releasing it into God’s hands so you can step forward lighter, wiser, and free. Action Step: Stand in front of a mirror today and say out loud: “I release what was, and I receive what God is doing next.” Then take one small step that aligns with the future God is calling you toward.