Decide to Thrive: Youth EditionSample

The Growth Decision: Healing from Past Hurts

Past hurts can create deep wounds, leaving scars that make us hesitant to trust again or to step out in faith. These wounds can lead to fear, doubt, and a reluctance to open our hearts, holding us back from experiencing the fullness of life God desires for us. But the incredible truth is the healing power of God is always available. His love reaches into the deepest places of our brokenness, offering restoration and renewal.

God doesn’t waste our pain. He can take the very things that once caused us to stumble and turn them into a testimony of His faithfulness and grace. When we surrender our hurts to Him, He begins to transform our pain into purpose, using our story to encourage and inspire others who may be walking a similar path.

Remember, your growth isn’t about achieving perfection; it’s about making progress, one step at a time. Healing is a journey, and each step forward is a sign of God’s work in your life. Trust Him to guide you through the process—providing strength, comfort, and hope along the way. Allow God to heal you and use your story as a beacon of His glory, showing others the beauty of His redemptive power. Today, take a moment to invite Him into your pain and trust Him with your journey.

Reflection: Reflect on past hurts or disappointments. Choose to give them to God, asking Him to heal and redeem those areas of your life for His purpose.