The Bible commands us to forgive but demonstrates the value of moving past the past, and this can be a challenging task.
But it’s crucial to remember the past and how it shapes who we are now and what we do.
We all can let go, according to the Bible. The ability to let go is among the greatest miracles anyone could ever experience because God takes over your heart when you let go.
Letting go is your chance to experience that freedom and taste true peace.
Bible Verses On Letting Go Of Past Hurt
Anyone who trusts in Jesus receives God’s promise of a new life. Life-changing as it is, putting the past behind you is something that God will support and encourage you in.
You are made aware of your past transgressions and the need to repent. Repentance and putting the past behind you include having a total change of heart, which involves making a covenant with God that you no longer desire to live this way.
You ask God to forgive you and confess your sins to Him.
Ephesians 4:31- Let Go Of The Hurt
Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice.
Ephesians 4:31 (ESV)
In this section, Paul discusses things that oppose forgiving others and letting go of the past. These are the reactions we have when we are hurt.
If we allow the pain of the past to consume us, it can breed a gnawing resentment that manifests in harmful actions and words.
Paul urges us to let go of the hurt and embrace the attitude of forgiveness, compassion, and kindness.
Philippians 4:6-7- Prayer Is The Key
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7(ESV)
All of us have encountered individuals and circumstances that may have hurt us or caused us tension and anxiety at some point in our lives. God instructs us not to worry.
When you are hurt, keep in mind to pray, let go of the thoughts in your head, and let the pain go.
Because the calm that comes from knowing and trusting that God is in charge and will work everything out for His glory is priceless.
Proverbs 3:5 -Trust God With All Your Heart
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.
Proverbs 3:5 (ESV)
In addition to being a good and helpful obligation, trusting the Lord with all of our hearts eliminates the negative aspects of harboring hurt and resentment.
Put your faith in the Lord, for He knows what to do in every circumstance.
When you involve God in every decision, you will experience peace of mind.
Relying solely on your wisdom or intelligence will lead you astray and cause you to wallow in the past and refuse to let go.
Matthew 6:14 – God Encourages Forgiveness
For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you,
Matthew 6:14 (ESV)
This scripture warns us that our connection with God will suffer if we don’t forgive people who have hurt us.
Jesus tells us to forget what has been done to us and to forgive those who have done it to us because holding grudges is a significant sin that has to be acknowledged by God.
If we harbor resentment in our hearts toward someone, we act in a way that displeases God, making it challenging to pray and have a healthy living connection with Him.
So let’s obey the advice in this scripture and provide forgiveness to those who have wronged us.
Romans 12:19 -Vengeance Belongs To God
Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”
Romans 12:19 (ESV)
No matter how heinous the act committed against one or one’s loved ones, a Christian should never seek revenge on another.
God is aware that seeking retribution on our own will corrupt our souls; as a result, we must forgive and let hearts be free from hatred; we must administer the appropriate justice and mercy in a way that glorifies his name.
Matthew 5:44 – Love Your Enemies
But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,
Matthew 5:44 (ESV)
We are urged to pray for those who persecute us and to love those who oppose us. Even the most upright Christian would find that to be a challenging order.
Be prepared to pardon those who have wronged you.
We are instructed to love them even though they slander us, steal from us, lie to us, cheat us, and damage our loved ones because when you forgive those who have mistreated you, you lead them to Christ.
Ephesians 4:26-27 – Control Your Anger
Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil.
Ephesians 4:26-27 (ESV)
This verse reminds us that we shouldn’t let our anger control us or lead us to sin.
It’s acceptable to feel furious since it’s in our nature to do so, but when we let our anger go too far, we become spiteful and give the devil permission to manipulate us.
Therefore, it’s crucial to keep a tight rein on our rage and take it captive before giving it to Christ so we can triumph over sin.
1 Peter 5:6-7 -Humble Yourself
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:6-7 (ESV)
Because of His loving kindness and tender mercy towards us, the Lord has promised to carry all of our burdens. Thus we are commanded to give Him all of our worries and disappointments.
Our worries may not only be the challenges we face; they may also include painful feelings in our hearts and our resentment after being wronged.
Jesus encourages you to cast it to him so that He can carry it and you know peace.
Proverbs 15:1 – speak Softly
A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Proverbs 15:1 (ESV)
This verse reminds us that, as Christians, we are to be peacemakers rather than stir up conflict. God invites us to be peacemakers who reconcile with those who have harmed us.
We must choose every day to nurture and develop patience, especially for circumstances that call for us to be peacemakers.
We must always be prepared with a gentle response that dispels rage.
Ephesians 4:26- No Space For Anger
Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger,
Ephesians 4:26(ESV)
There are times when Christians should express righteous anger in a way that glorifies the Lord. Anger is not always a sin, and not all anger is wrong.
The enemy, however, can convert righteous anger into sin or escalate fleshly anger into a more significant offense when it is not taken captive and given to Christ, which is why Paul warns us to “do not let the sun go down on your anger.”
All our anger and hurt feelings must be addressed and let go of to prevent the devil from using them to his advantage.
Bible verses About Letting Go Of the Past
Sometimes it’s hard for us to let go of our past, including our past relationships, memories, mistakes, pain, etc.
But these bible verses will guide us in letting go.
God wants us to understand that the past no longer has any influence over us and that we are free to let go of it because of his love and atoning grace.
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Philippians 4:6 (ESV)
No fear so unsettling cannot be kept at bay by God’s perfectly calm, and His compassionate touch can soothe no severe hurt.
Worrying causes us to concentrate on our current situation, whereas praying causes us to focus on our heavenly Father.
Your anxiety will vanish if you let go of the past and concentrate on Jesus.
Proverbs 29:11
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
Proverbs 29:11 (ESV)
We require the spirit of God, who is compassionate, patient, and able to exercise self-control.
Our fury will be soothed and under control, if we have the spirit of God within us.
So many nasty and painful comments come out of our lips when we let anger get the better of us and reach a point where we have no control over it, adding additional fuel to the fire.
So let’s heed the passage’s counsel and develop the ability to let go of things while managing our rage.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6 (ESV)
The Lord gives us His perfect peace that surpasses all comprehension when we trust Him and let go of the past.
He gives us the strength to confront the future squarely.
He will always be there to lead you without fail if you commit everything about yourself to Him, including your past, present, and future.
1 Peter 5:6-7
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:6-7 (ESV)
We are told to offer the Lord all our anxieties and disappointments since He has vowed to carry them because of His lovingkindness and tender mercy towards us.
Our anxieties could involve painful emotions in our hearts, the hatred we feel after being harmed, and the difficulties we confront.
For Him to carry it and to experience peace, Jesus encourages you to cast it to him.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11(ESV)
This serves as a beautiful reminder that even amid ongoing pain and suffering.
God has a plan for our prosperity and future hope, but for Him to prosper us, we must let go of the past and cling to His promises.
We are also reminded to trust God to fulfill His promise according to His will.
Isaiah 43:18-19
“Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV)
This passage serves as a reminder to live in the present since new things are coming, just as God had foretold they would.
God has intervened to resolve our past and redeem us for a life of newness, hope, purpose, and joy. Therefore we are encouraged to let go of the past and let in the present.
Bible Verses About Leaving The Past Behind
According to the Bible, if we are faithful to Him and confess our faults, we shall get forgiveness and purification.
We may more readily leave the past behind us and go forward to accomplish the beautiful things God has prepared for us via prayer and spiritual development.
Put the past behind you by using the inspiration from these Bible verses.
Philippians 3:13-14
Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:13-14 (ESV)
Paul says, “Don’t look back; forget what’s behind you! Quit thinking about the past. Don’t let anything from the past hinder your current development or future endeavors.
Why linger on the mistakes of the past when we have the glorious future of God to think about?
Paul’s emphasis on leaving the past behind and focusing on the future in this passage should encourage you.
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)
Everything that is a part of our old nature and things of the past is considered to be “old.” The things of the past have been nailed to the cross along with our sinful nature and are now dead.
As we let go of the past, new thoughts founded in Christ have arrived. The unique, dynamic aspects of our lives that reflect God’s splendor are put in place of old things.
God’s power makes this new self and, for His glory, conceived in His mind.
Luke 9:62
Jesus said to him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”
Luke 9:62 (ESV)
Jesus warns us in this verse not to look back after letting go of the past.
We won’t be suitable for God’s kingdom if we habit of glancing back after putting our hands on the plow.
Release the past and cling to Jesus, the source and summit of your faith.
Philippians 3:13
Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,
Philippians 3:13 (ESV)
Paul encourages us to strive forward, not backward, if we want to reach the spiritual maturity God seeks.
Whatever happened is now in the past, and it should be ignored.
There is no doubt that your past experiences have contributed to where you are today, but if we want to advance, we must keep our gaze fixed on Jesus.
Isaiah 43:18-19
“Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV)
God is offering us a message of hope today, but we can only accept it if we decide to let go of the past, move forward, and accept what He has in store for us.
We can use our free choice to focus on what God has promised to do in and through our lives now and in the future, or we can choose to reflect on the past.
Conclusion
When you let go of things from the past and release the pain, you not only erase the something that harmed you; you also erase everything that came after it.
You should, therefore, never be reluctant to let go of the past. No longer will it pain.
Most of us find it challenging to let go of the past, despite how much we’d like to be able to.
These verses in the Bible serve as motivation to help us let go of our past and our pain.
