The Power of Perspective
We live in a world that loves distractions. Notifications buzz. Screens glow. Advertisements scream. And somehow, in the noise, it’s easy to let our focus drift from what really matters.
Jesus knew the human heart is naturally drawn to the wrong treasures—and that’s why He warned us:
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21)
He wasn’t just talking about money. He was talking about what captures your attention, what holds your affection, and what steals your energy. Jesus knew that your perspective shapes your direction.
That’s why He used the image of the eye:
“The eye is the lamp of the body.” (Matthew 6:22)
In other words, the way you see—your perspective—illuminates your life. A healthy eye, focused on God’s will, fills your life with light. A distracted eye, pulled in a thousand directions, fills your life with darkness and confusion.
So many of us try to mix faith with everything else—chasing success, people-pleasing, and “fitting in.” We want God AND the things that compete with Him. But Jesus is clear:
“No one can serve two masters... You cannot serve both God and wealth.” (Matthew 6:24)
It’s a hard truth: you can’t love God fully while clinging to the things that pull you away from Him. You can’t worship on Sunday and live for the world on Monday. Eventually, one wins out.
This is why Jesus calls us to "fix our focus". To choose God over everything. To let your perspective be shaped by His Word—not by the noise around you. To align your heart with His truth, not the world’s opinions.
Ask yourself:
* What’s holding my attention these days?
* Am I trying to serve God AND something else?
* Have I given Him full devotion—or just a piece of my heart?
Because here’s the reality: Your perspective determines your direction.
Where you focus—your heart will follow.
And where your heart goes—your life follows.
So today, choose to "fix your focus on God". Let His Word shape your perspective. Let His presence guide your decisions. Let His truth direct your steps.
Because when your perspective is aligned with Him—your life will be filled with His light.
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1. Where do you need to shift your focus back to God today?
2. What “AND” are you still trying to mix with God—and why is it time to let it go?
~Pastor D.L. Williams