Lot’s wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt. - Genesis 19:26 (NIV)

I remember the first time I heard my dad read the story of Lot’s wife. As a child, I didn’t understand why Lot’s wife looked back. I wanted to yell, “Don’t look back!” But she did, and her life ended. Now, as an adult, I understand why she might have...

Today's Prayer
Father God, help us to look forward to what you are doing in our lives and never to look back in regret. Amen.

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Today's Reading
Genesis 19:15-26

Thought for the Day

With God I can go forward confidently.

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