Feeding Your Focus

The radio DJ shared yesterday, insight from his pastor friend. A great spiritual truth that ended up be a reminder in my own life later in the day. It is simply this:

The longer you focus on the something, the stronger that object becomes in your life.

Whatever you put energy and focus, time and investment into feeding, nursing and building... whatever it is, it will seemingly multiply on it's own. The potential is great, for it to be come a negative stronghold that rises itself against the knowledge of God, or it will become an anchor of faith that will see your life through.

Of course, opportunity was granted to put this into practice yesterday after work, as a minor circumstance arose and considering the unknown starting bringing feelings of frustration to the forefront.

"This is not a good time for this to happen."
"I really don't want to deal with this and have to figure this out."
"I don't want to know the costs associated."
"Why can't this just work, like it's supposed... like one more thing needs to be added to the equation; both logistical and financial?"

Feed thoughts of worry and you'll be come worried. Frustrated. Anxious. Bitter. Upset. The list goes on. Yet, when we keep our eyes focused on Christ and the work of the Father in our lives...

Well, you know how much better things turn out when we simply trust and wait and see that the Lord is good.

Thus, let's pray for pastors this #associatePastorTuesday. For those whose focus and emphasis is perhaps legit and real, but simply the wrong thing for their life. Pray they would be empowered to give it back to God; may it not build a negative stronghold in their lives. May they respond to the challenges and difficulties of life with God's plan and purpose in mind. Pray a spirit of wisdom as they sort through situations and the emotions that surround them. May wisdom reign, as they move in the direction and leading of the Holy Spirit, walking in faith and not fear.

For He holds all things in His Hand.
May God hold our focus
The author and finisher of our faith.
For the glory of God.

- PNC

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