Day 36

If you’ve ever driven down a foggy country road, you probably realized very quickly that you needed to keep your eyes fixed on the lane markings painted on the road. You couldn’t see what was ahead, but those lines down the center and along the shoulder kept you from veering off to one side or the other as you rounded unexpected curves and climbed unseen hills.

In the same way, fixing your eyes on Jesus is the best way to navigate the curves and hills of life. Hebrews 12:1–2 (NIV) says, “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.” Running is a metaphor for life, just like driving down a foggy road. As you run your race, keep your eyes on Jesus. Look to Him, listen to Him, learn from Him. Look away from all else and focus your gaze on Jesus.

The simple prayer “Jesus, give me Wisdom and Guidance” is about fixing our eyes on Jesus. It’s about tuning into His Voice. I often picture this process like turning a radio dial until you find the station you’re looking for. I’m not sure anyone still does that because everything is electronic, but hopefully, you can imagine it. You have to slowly and carefully turn the dial until the signal is clear. If you turn it too quickly, you’ll jump right past it. When I’m praying, I focus my attention on God slowly and deliberately, carefully listening for His Voice.

What Wisdom do you need from God today? What areas require Divine Guidance? What questions fill your heart, and what answers are you seeking? Don’t be in a hurry to rush into your day. Don’t let your gaze be captivated by a to-do list, the news, your social media feed, or bills you have to pay. Instead, tune into the Voice of Jesus. Fix your eyes on Him and let Him speak to you. He is there, ready to give you the Wisdom you need. You simply have to ask in faith and listen for the answer.

Questions for Reflection

1. What does the phrase “fix your eyes on Jesus” mean to you personally?
2. On a practical level, how could you “tune in” to the Voice of Jesus this morning?
3. What do you think Jesus is saying to you today?