If Only

 Indeed, we all make many mistakes. (James 3:2 NLT)

If only…
 Sometimes you feel that if only you could turn back time, retrace your steps, and undo mistakes, things would be so much better.

 If only you could apply what you know now to past situations, you could reverse painful experiences and possibly change the course of your life.

 But the truth is, those situations—mistakes included—have made you the person you are today. The most painful and trying circumstances gave you strength and maturity.

 Through your mistakes you have learned invaluable lessons. Mistakes also help you to be more humble and therefore more loving, and that makes you more empathetic of others and able to understand the troubles they face.

 So instead of regretting the past, be thankful for what it has taught you. —Jesus [1]

 We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future. —Steve Maraboli

[1] Jesus Anchor Letting go of Regrets