Our response determines our happiness, hope and harmony. Remember, God wants to save you from the penalty of sin. That's why Jesus died on the cross. Forgive me for thinking I could live without you. That also means saved from the power of sin.
Salvation is also an on going process.
Part of that process is the transformation of painful memories into an exciting faith history. You can take another step in that process this morning by reaching up and taking Jesus by the hand and looking at your past from His perspective. It's the same thing a parent does when a child becomes terrified and cannot sleep. Most of you have had the experience of your small child waking in the middle of the night and sobbing hysterically, shaking with fright. Many times you'll take your quivering little darling to the safety and security of your bed.