The past is a pretty tricky thing. It is the reason we are what we are today, and for that, we should be greatful. But the past can also be a pretty heavy burden.
Ultimately, the only thing that makes me different than you is the past. We have been through different things, and become slightly different people. But today we are the save. Today, we are sinful people in need of a Savior.
In Acts 15, The Apostles were essentially dealing with issues of the past. Some of the believers had a past that made them ethnically Jewish. Others did not. But because of their differeing pasts, the Apostles were given an opportunity to see people by theri past, or as sinners in need of a Savior... just like them.
Peter didn't always have the right thing to say, but I'm greatful he did in verse 11. We are all simply saved by grace. And that is enough. No other requirements. Just sinners that have found the Savior.
My past. Your past. Who cares? It doesn't matter. We are the same.
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