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Look Up

The Power of a Fixed Gaze

The moment Peter stepped out of the boat, he entered a realm where natural laws no longer applied. The same waters that should have swallowed him became solid ground beneath his feet. What made the difference? His gaze was fixed on Jesus.

Consider the scene: dark night, strong winds, violent waves. Yet Matthew's account simply states, "he walked on the water and came toward Jesus." The simplicity of this description reveals a profound truth: when our eyes are fixed on Jesus, even the impossible becomes a mere detail in the journey toward Him.

The Greek word used for "came toward" suggests continuous action. Peter wasn't just taking steps; he was making progress. Each step was a victory of faith over fact, of spiritual reality over physical impossibility.

Prayer Points:

• What distractions are competing for your attention?
• How much time do you spend looking at your circumstances versus looking at Jesus?
• Ask God to help you maintain your focus on Him.
• Pray for discernment to recognize what draws your gaze away from Jesus.

Practical Exercise:

Keep a "Gaze Journal" today:

• Note moments when you felt focused on Jesus.
• Record what distracted you.
• Write down how your perspective changed based on where you were looking.

Reflection Questions:

1. When was the last time you were so focused on Jesus that you forgot about your circumstances?
2. What helps you maintain your focus on Christ during difficult times?
3. How does your environment change when your gaze is fixed on Jesus?