04/08/2026
Great Testimony Tuesday!!! Today our prayer and Bible study session came from Philippians 3:13.
Pastor Glover stated:
Today’s lesson really stayed with me. When I think about Paul the Apostle, it’s amazing to realize he wasn’t always who we think of today. He had a past, he persecuted Christians, and yet God still chose him, changed him, and used him in a powerful way.
That helps us see that this verse is more than just encouraging words, it’s real. When Paul says he’s ‘forgetting those things which are behind,’ he’s talking about a past that could have held him down with guilt and shame. But instead, he made a choice to move forward in what God called him to do.
It reminds us that no matter what’s behind me; mistakes, regrets, or even things I wish I could change, God is still able to use my life. My past doesn’t disqualify me. If anything, it shows how powerful God’s grace really is.
So for us, this verse is a reminder to stop looking backward and start reaching forward to trust that God isn’t finished with us yet.”
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for Your grace and mercy over my life.
Lord, just as Paul the Apostle wrote, help me to forget those things which are behind. Give me the strength to let go of past mistakes, regrets, and anything that tries to hold me back. Remove guilt, shame, and fear, and replace them with Your peace and forgiveness.
Father, teach me how to reach forward to what lies ahead. Help me to walk in purpose, to grow in faith, and to trust the plan You have for my life. Even when I feel unworthy, remind me that You still use people like me just as You used Paul.
Guide my steps daily, Lord. Keep my heart focused on You and not on my past. Give me courage to move forward and confidence in who You are calling me to be.
Thank You for never giving up on me.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Dr. Rolon A Glover Sr.