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Through a series on Matthew—chapter 18 was very impactful (sermon)—and our Connect Group's study through Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby (cf. Unit 6) the Lord has given me a testimony to share. 

Back before I committed my life to Christ—way back in High School—I was a rascal. When my senior year arrived I was getting involved in things I shouldn’t have. I pushed the people, who had invested in me, away and didn’t much care as I was so self absorbed. 

One such person was my band teacher—Mr. G. I was SO disrespectful to him and walked away from band the second semester of my senior year. After graduation, in my first year of college God began drawing me to Himself. 

Throughout the years one of my big regrets was the way I treated Mr. G. A couple of weeks ago I began thinking of the “spiritual markers” in my life— circumstances that God has used to significantly impact me for His good. As I looked at the list of these events a theme presented itself—Heartfelt Confession to God and People. The thought of Mr. G. resurfaced about the same time. However, rather than treating it as a regret that causes a moment of inward guilt and shame, I decided to receive it as the Holy Spirit nudging me toward another spiritual breakthrough. 

After some persistence in searching for Mr. G.’s information, I found it (with the help of AI—go figure). 

This morning he picked up the phone after I had tried texting and then calling last week. We had such a sweet conversation. One where I apologized and he forgave; one where I was able to encourage him for being a mentor who had lasting impact. We exchanged emails and street addresses. 

Friends, Satan is a liar. He will tell you how unworthy you are because of things that have happened in your life. He will bring up situations to paralyze you. But at the same time. The Holy Spirit of God will say with His loving voice, “That’s not true and carrying around guilt and shame is not my best for you. Confess (agree) with Me and reconcile with others if it is possible. Leave the devil and His lies in the rear view as I want to take you up and beyond from where he wants to keep you bound.”

Today is a good day! Every day is when we agree with the Lord.