I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 1:12-14 (NIV)
Your past has passed, it is past, and it is no more present with you than the dead are present with the living. In Christ Jesus you’re a New Creation, the old has passed away. 2 Corinthians 5:17.
God who is true and can’t lie is not seeing you as you used to be and do. He sees, knows, and treats you as the New Man He has recreated in Christ.
Do not go back to look at and consider what doesn’t exist anymore.
In our theme Scripture Paul says God gave him strength and considered Him trustworthy.
God has given you strength – the new and required qualifications so now He considers you trustworthy, able to live out His plan and purpose for your life.