"A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of." John 10:10 (The Message)
Far too often we beat ourselves up too much for mistakes we make. The reason why we feel so remorseful and guilty is mainly because we don't understand how truly forgiven we are. In this instance the thief, (which is the devil) is trying to steal your understanding of forgiveness.
At other times you don't have the ability to forgive others, or even tolerate their shortcomings. In this instance the thief, is trying to rob you of the grace you've been given. Lastly, there are times where your hopes and dreams for a better future for yourself has been corrupted by circumstances and trials that cloud your vision for a better tomorrow. This time it is the thief who has come to steal your hope.
The secret to overcoming the thief is to remind yourself of the words Jesus promised to us. The statement, "I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of..." Isn't some sort of pipe dream or unattainable goal. It is our purpose, the very destiny we are called to embrace. So don't for one moment accept let the thief rob you of what you're promised. His goal is to make you fall... but God's purpose for your live is to raise you up!
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