I am told that horses can tell where the rider is looking, and good equestrian riders guide their horses just by looking where they want to go. Similarly, with many activities, race driving, flying, skiing, and many others, where one looks is where he or she will end up going, whether that is a good direction or not. A skier focusing on the obstacle is likely to hit it.
In a similar way, In Hebrews 12:1-2 Paul tells us, ” ..let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.”
When we keep our eyes on Jesus, on his example, his will, and on being with him, we will avoid and overcome the obstacles that would lead us astray.
Dear Lord, You are our hope and salvation. Help us keep our eyes on you so that we may run the race you put before us that leads to you. In Jesus name. Amen.
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This devotional topic was the VERY SAME topic & scriptures that the Lord spoke to me when I came before Him alone earlier this morning. I thank JESUS that He used you & your devotional to reiterate His will and desire for me personally right now. This past week many OBSTACLES have been thrown in my “race lane” to get me distracted and off course as a “weight”. I want to finish my race toward JESUS…WHO is at the Finish Line…. FOCUSED, FAITHFUL, and STRONG. May you continue to urge us on through these daily devotionals. God has used them so many times to encourage me as I seek & serve Him.