How to Keep Our Focus on Jesus
The question, “How do we keep our focus on Jesus?” has no one-size-fits-all answer because every person’s situation is different.
The question, “How do we keep our focus on Jesus?” has no one-size-fits-all answer because every person’s situation is different.
Jesus is the Vine and the branches are those who believe in Him for salvation. The stronger and healthier the connection, the more spiritual fruit.
He provides everything needed to satisfy our soul’s deepest longings, but we can only experience His goodness and grace by listening carefully.
“In Jesus name, amen”. I’ve been guilty of rattling off these words without much thought. So why is praying in Jesus’ name important, anyway?
Disappointment. Anger. Hurt. Envy. Fear. Doubt. Loneliness. Unforgiveness. They’re all capable of turning out the lights, metaphorically speaking.
Jesus is the Vine. We are the branches. Maintaining a strong and vibrant connection with Him results in a fruitful life that brings much glory to God.
Only God knows what the new year holds. For us, it’s a huge uncertainty. But one thing we know for sure, we can experience peace because Jesus said so.
2,000 years after He walked the earth, Jesus is considered the greatest Teacher. It makes sense to look to Him and His teachings to learn how to live well.
Consider this strategy when someone’s hurt you deeply: pray for them. Doing so is akin to donning protective armor against anger, bitterness, and unforgiveness.
Loving relationships, comfortable circumstances, and possessions are gifts meant to be enjoyed, but not meant to become our security and satisfaction in life.
Following Jesus means we’re never on our own. He promises never to leave us or forsake us. He’s with us at all times and in all places.
I’ve thought about what I can give to Jesus. The answer, I believe, is a joyfully obedient heart. – not just for Christmas but for 365 days each year.
Jesus, Prince of Peace, came into our world so He could live in us. His power at work within us ought to help us worship, rather than worry.
Intentionally serving others is not always convenient, but when we do as Jesus says simply because we love Him, He will reward us.
The more Christ fills us, we experience strength that’s not our own, peace that passes human understanding, and joy that’s impossible apart from His presence..
Hope is found in Jesus, the One who persevered and overcame death. Because of what He’s done and because He lives in us, we can persevere and overcome too.
I want to live a powerful and fruitful life. Christ has given us everything we need to do this, but the key lies in staying connected to Him moment-by-moment.
I returned last night from a two-week trip to Eastern Europe. What a wonderful opportunity to see God at work in so many places!
Jesus lives in me. And He lives in you, too, if you’ve placed your faith in Him. Intimacy doesn’t get much better than that!
The people of Nazareth perceived Jesus as “just” a carpenter’s son. Why? Because they couldn’t naturally explain the source of His wisdom or supernatural power.
One of my daily prayers is, “Jesus, make me aware of Your presence.” His answers never cease to amaze me, and reminds me He is very much involved with my life.
We don’t like to think about our faith journey requiring sacrifice. We’d rather think about how it benefits us: forgiveness, answers to prayer, eternal life.
Teeny sips of Jesus, so to speak, might quench our thirst momentarily, but they’re not enough for the long haul. Drink deeply and find your thirst quenched.
Christ invested His life in us. You know what that says? He considers us a treasure. He highly values us. He’d never consider us a cast-off.
He often works through people–professional counselors and support providers–in the healing process, but ultimately, lasting victory comes from Jesus.
Jesus is the Vine. We are the branches. Maintaining a strong and vibrant connection with Him results in a fruitful life that brings much glory to God.
Peace in the face of uncertainty is indeed a gift. Given to us by the Prince of Peace, it’s available to us not only during the Christmas season but year-round.
Because of who Jesus is, praying in His name gives me faith to believe that God will hear and answer in a way that is completely right and in the right timing.
Today, as I pause to reflect on the freedoms I enjoy at others’ expense, I also say thanks to Jesus Christ for the sacrifice He made for mankind.
Rather than walking in complete surrender to Jesus Christ, we often withhold things we hold near and dear. We’re afraid God will demand too much, and its cost.
Jesus says, “Come, follow me.” What does that mean?
It’s so true–a baby changes everything. You don’t have to be a mother to experience this for yourself, especially when that baby is Jesus.
The baby Jesus was mankind’s introduction to God in flesh. But the image of the sleeping infant is a far cry from the Jesus revealed in Revelation 1:13-18.
Jesus wants relationship with His followers. He wants us to slow down, step out of the “busy boat,” and spend time in His presence.
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