Our own flaws can distract us from keeping our
eyes on Jesus. If we think too much about what is wrong with
us, we will forget what God can do through us. If we look too much at what we lack, we will
forget to be thankful for what we have.
Hebrews 12:2 Amplified
Bible says: “looking away from all that will distract us
and] focusing our eyes on Jesus, who is the Author and Perfecter of faith [the
first incentive for our belief and the One who brings our faith to maturity],
who for the joy [of accomplishing the goal] set before Him endured the cross, disregarding
the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God [revealing His
deity, His authority, and the completion of His work].”
Distraction from God is extremely dangerous. As
believers we believe that God is the captain of our ship. When you start losing
sight of your captain, you start trying to steer your own ship. Not only does
this lead to going the wrong way, but it can lead you in the direction of
trials, sin, missed opportunities, and missed blessings. (comment by Fritz
Chery)
If your faith begins to waver, quickly get
your eyes on Jesus, who is the Source of your faith and the Incentive for your belief.
Remember how He endured the cross, despising and ignoring the shame of it. for
the joy of winning you to Himself.
Psalm 119:4-5 (TLB) says: You have given
us your laws to obey, 5 oh, how I want to follow them
consistently.
Lord, help me always keep my eyes on You!
Have a day filled with blessings.
Denise
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