Isaiah 43:18–19: Letting Go of the Past and Trusting God's New Thing

 

Heather from "Love, how Deep" shares her favorite Bible passage, Isaiah 43:18–19, and breaks it down phrase by phrase.

 

She explains that "forget the former things" doesn't mean erasing memories, but choosing to give past hurts, mistakes, and even good things to God so He can heal and move you into a new chapter. She emphasizes trusting that God is "doing a new thing" in His timing, which may feel slow, and compares spiritual growth to pruning plants so new life can flourish. Using the Israelites' wilderness journey, she reminds listeners that God is present even when they feel lost, and that He provides "streams in the wasteland" through the Holy Spirit's refreshment and renewal. Her takeaway: give your past to God, look to Him for your future, and follow His path.