Beyond the past
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“Forget what is behind and strain toward what is ahead, pressing on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14) Dance once defined my entire life; it shaped my body and deeply affected my soul, though often in painful ways. Over the years, I practiced those unique hand and foot gestures repeatedly—each movement an act of creation, an expression of beauty, even though they often emerged from suffering. Those graceful, delicate motions may well symbolize how God quietly rooted and nurtured my life amid adversity. They remind me that despite past struggles and pain, God can help me forget the chains that bind me and press forward toward the goal. This is a strength and hope that come from God: the past is not the end, but the beginning of new life. Beauty and vitality can grow in darkness, and true freedom comes from letting go of the past and moving forward courageously. Even when letting go is hard, there is no need to fear, for God is always with me.
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Xijia (Romee) Lai is a Christian artist from China, currently based in Toronto and studying at OCAD University. Her work centers on faith and personal testimony, exploring how art can serve as both an act of worship and a witness to the Lord. She has curated the faith-based exhibition ‘Worship Thr, ... View full profile
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