Focus on God’s Word

Allow The Word of God to Keep You Focused

How often can our minds drift off whether intentionally or unintentionally. We begin thinking about several other things while we are sitting at a lecture, getting ready for work, family problems and issues, or anxious or worrying about that doctors visit. How am I going to pay for that unexpected bill that came in, or putting a speech or presentation together in such little time. The list can be endless.

I find the best way to stay focused is to spend time with God alone.This could be a few minutes, a half hour, or more. Personally, I find my greatest distraction is myself or even my phone. Life was so less complicated twenty five years ago without a cell phone or an IPad wasnt it? Some people say kids are always on there phones, but many adults are as well! It is so sad when eating out how at a table there is no verbal conversation or eye contact, but everyone glued on their phone and looking down at their phone on.
Personally, I leave my phone away from me when I work out, or often away when spending time alone with God. I dont need the added distractions, and I like the discipline of having quiet time. There are some things in life that can just wait!

At times we get distracted
in prayer, or even church! I’ve learned through the years that God desires our undivided attention. Jesus already knows your needs and He knows what’s in our heart and mind.

Most meditation techniques are about themselves, but Biblical meditation is focused on God.

Meditation from the Bible, is a spiritual practice that involves focusing on God’s Word in Scripture. It helps to prepare our heart and mind for prayer, and to grow in one’s relationship with God. This is called discipleship. A daily follower of God. Jesus, exhorted us to ,”Take up our cross daily by denying ourselves, and to follow Him” Matthew 16:24

God exhorted Joshua to meditate on the Scriptures to be victorious and successful by doing what the Word of God says.
“Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.” Joshua 1.8

Notice we are exhorted to meditate on the Word day and night! Why?
Here are 7 Steps:

1. God’s Word helps us to stay focused on who God is in His character. His presence and holiness.
2. God’s Word is a compass that gives us direction. “Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105
3. God’s Word helps is to make wise decisions. I can meditate and wait asking for God for the right response.
4. The more I focus on God. The more I learn about myself. I can attest to that. There were many lessons I learned im my life. Some areas were difficult to address, but patience and persistence paid off to spiritual maturity and growth. This Sunday 44 years ago January 26, 1981 my life changed forever, when Jesus came into my heart with a personal relationship. I’m still a work in progress and the Lord is not finished with me yet.

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”
Ephesians 2:10

5. When I meditate on God’s Word I am not just reading. I’m wrestling with God what are you trying to say to me in this verse or passage.
6. Meditating on God’s Word gives us stability keeps you grounded and solid. It gives us hope.

“But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.”
Psalm 1:2-3 NLT

“Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.
Colossians 2:7

7. God’s Word is our sword for battle. Use the Scriptures to fight the enemy

“For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.” Hebrews 4:12

My friend may you be challenged today and take to heart what God is trying to speak to you today. Have a great weekend and keep your shoulders straight and your head held high!