16-NOVEMBER-2024 - FOCUS DETERMINES DESTINATION
THE MAIN THEME: HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I AM GOING?
TITLE: FOCUS DETERMINES DESTINATION
The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Hebrew 12:2 (NIV)
fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Devotional:
Focus is a life skill everyone should master. It is the selective and effortful attention you use to filter through the flood of sensory stimuli and narrow your attention to what is relevant.
We have read the stories of biblical characters that defied distractions to get to their desired destination e.g Noah, Joseph, Ruth, Esther, Nehemiah, Jesus
In Nehemiah 4: 1-23 Nehemiah remained remarkably focused on the task God had called him to do in spite of all the distractions. In fact, the more pressure that was applied to Nehemiah, the more determined and steadfast he became: He understood the devices, conspiracies and tricks of the enemy to stop the work, but rather than give excuses, he took action by setting a watch day and night against their enemies, equipping every builder with weapon while doing the work. He was focused and determined to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem and he achieved that.
When we stay focused on what God wants to do with us and through us, then He will give us the enabling power and staying power needed to accomplish our respective assignments.
Apostle Paul said “I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us” (Philippians 3:13-14, NLT)
Here are a few reflective questions:
- Do I understand the “why” of pursuing my God given assignment in life?
- My excuses may be valid, but do they deliver the desired results?
- What do I need to remove from my environment to stay focused on my journey? It might be friends, TV series, devices, think about these things and more
Let us pray
Lord thank you for your word to me today, I receive grace to guard my heart with all diligence. Help me to remain focused on my vision looking unto you the author and finisher of my faith in Jesus name. Amen
Please say these words of affirmation: Say them mean, own them and live them:
- I will focus on where I am going.
- I am in control of my mind; I focus on what is most important for my life journey
- I choose my circle of friends wisely
- I spend my time and energy on productive activities only
Enjoy your day and see you tomorrow
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