Wednesday Encouragement — Keep Your Eyes Upon Christ
Blessings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ.
We have reached the midpoint of another week. On Monday, we reminded ourselves that after gathering to worship on the Lord’s Day, we were sent back into the world to live what we profess and faithfully serve our Lord Jesus Christ.
Now, halfway through the week, perhaps the pressures of life have already begun to distract us.
Responsibilities accumulate. Problems arise unexpectedly. News from around the world troubles our hearts. Financial concerns, family responsibilities, health concerns, and the countless demands of everyday life can slowly pull our attention away from the One upon whom our eyes must remain fixed.
That is why today we need to remind ourselves again:
Keep your eyes upon Christ.
Peter walked upon the water while his attention remained upon Jesus. But when he looked at the wind and the waves surrounding him, fear replaced faith and he began to sink.
How often do we do the same?
We look at the storms instead of the Savior. We concentrate upon our problems rather than His promises. We become overwhelmed by circumstances while forgetting that the sovereign Lord who controls the wind and the waves is walking with us through the storm.
“But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.” — Matthew 14:30
And immediately, Jesus reached out His hand.
What a beautiful reminder for us today. When our strength begins to fail, we do not need complicated words. Sometimes the most powerful prayer is simply:
“Lord, save me. Lord, strengthen me. Lord, guide me.”
Whatever you are facing today, bring it before Him. Our sovereign God has not lost control of one single detail of our lives.
And while we carry our own burdens, let us remain sensitive to those around us. Someone you encounter today may also be struggling silently. God may use your prayer, your encouragement, your compassion, or your testimony of Christ to strengthen them.
So let us continue through the remainder of this week faithfully doing what God has called us to do.
Do not watch the storm.
Watch the Savior.
Do not surrender to fear.
Walk by faith.
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.” — Hebrews 12:2
May our Lord strengthen us, guide us, and keep our hearts firmly fixed upon Him as we continue serving together.
Serving Christ Together for His Glory Alone.
Soli Deo Gloria.
Wednesday Encouragement — Keep Your Eyes Upon Christ
Blessings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ.
We have reached the midpoint of another week. On Monday, we reminded ourselves that after gathering to worship on the Lord’s Day, we were sent back into the world to live what we profess and faithfully serve our Lord Jesus Christ.
Now, halfway through the week, perhaps the pressures of life have already begun to distract us.
Responsibilities accumulate. Problems arise unexpectedly. News from around the world troubles our hearts. Financial concerns, family responsibilities, health concerns, and the countless demands of everyday life can slowly pull our attention away from the One upon whom our eyes must remain fixed.
That is why today we need to remind ourselves again:
Keep your eyes upon Christ.
Peter walked upon the water while his attention remained upon Jesus. But when he looked at the wind and the waves surrounding him, fear replaced faith and he began to sink.
How often do we do the same?
We look at the storms instead of the Savior. We concentrate upon our problems rather than His promises. We become overwhelmed by circumstances while forgetting that the sovereign Lord who controls the wind and the waves is walking with us through the storm.
“But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.” — Matthew 14:30
And immediately, Jesus reached out His hand.
What a beautiful reminder for us today. When our strength begins to fail, we do not need complicated words. Sometimes the most powerful prayer is simply:
“Lord, save me. Lord, strengthen me. Lord, guide me.”
Whatever you are facing today, bring it before Him. Our sovereign God has not lost control of one single detail of our lives.
And while we carry our own burdens, let us remain sensitive to those around us. Someone you encounter today may also be struggling silently. God may use your prayer, your encouragement, your compassion, or your testimony of Christ to strengthen them.
So let us continue through the remainder of this week faithfully doing what God has called us to do.
Do not watch the storm.
Watch the Savior.
Do not surrender to fear.
Walk by faith.
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.” — Hebrews 12:2
May our Lord strengthen us, guide us, and keep our hearts firmly fixed upon Him as we continue serving together.
Serving Christ Together for His Glory Alone.
Soli Deo Gloria.
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