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The Journey Day 18: Eliminating Regret
I have learned to take advantage of opportunities when they presented themselves. This has eliminated regret and allows peace to reign in my life.
Life is short and you never know when they may present themselves again.
I felt guilty for so long for not telling my dad I loved him before he left the house that day. I was upset with him and pouting (I was eight). It was my last time seeing him alive. I carried that burden for over a decade until the power of the Lord released me.
Lesson learned: There is a special person in my life and I felt led to fly them to my home, spend, some time with me, take them shopping, to honor them as a principle person in my life. Well, I am grateful I was obedient in that because I am now beginning to understand why my obedience to that impression was necessary.
It was time was well spent and it is likely I will never able to replicate that time again. However, I have the memory of that time and nothing can replace that peace. So, when this person goes on to glory, I can truly rejoice and not have one ounce of regret.
Reflective Questions: Do not let fear hold you captive; what opportunities or ideas do you need to pursue? How can you put regret down and look toward the future?
Reflective Scriptures: Philippians 3:13, Psalm 34:4–5
This excerpt is from The Art of the the Journey: The Reboot © 2015, 2019.
