KEEPING YOUR FOCUS ON JESUS
Running the race of faith, it is Jesus who sets the pace for us. So we must keep our eyes on Him, sprinting and leaping when He does. And turning aside to rest when He does too. For Jesus is both the Founder and the Finisher of our faith. He wrote the gospel in His own blood and completed it with His last breath saying, “It is finished!”
Yet three day later, He was raised from the dead, defeating sin, death, and the grave. So it is by faith in Jesus that we are both saved and sanctified. He is our Savior and His Holy Spirit works in us for our sanctification.
Are you weary and burdened today? Look to Jesus. For He says, “Come unto Me and I will give you rest” (Matt. 11:28). Jesus gives us energy to endure and direction to continue running life’s race. Keep your focus on Jesus.
PRAYER: Dear Father, we come to You in need today. We need both strength and guidance to run life’s race. We look to Jesus not only as our example, but as the source of our encouragement and energy. Help us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus today. Help us keep our ears tuned to His voice. In Jesus’ name, amen.