ORACLES: Lesson 39

You can have peace and joy all week long—if you focus on what really matters!

Avoid the distractions that come from what you think people should do, could do or didn’t do. Those things turn into needless frustrations and aggravations! You can’t control others, but you can manage yourself. So don’t sweat the small stuff or let a change of plans move you.

FOCUS on what you’ve been given to do and remain faithful regardless. FOCUS on what you’ve settled in your heart to be and remain committed. FOCUS on the end results and keep the pursuit! Distractions compete for your attention—so keep your mind on what God promised you, has for you, and directed you towards.

Focus requires discipline and discipline means forced obedience. Discipline yourself to stay focused. Jesus endured the cross keeping His focus on the joy set before Him (Hebrews 12:2). You can endure too when you’re focused.

Don’t let distractions dismantle what really matters in your life. Keep your eyes on the prize!