In a time filled with distractions, fear, and spiritual battles, as believers, our greatest
defense is focus, specifically, focus on Jesus Christ. To “look unto Jesus” is more
than just a phrase, it is a divine command and lifeline. While the world competes for
our attention, God calls us to lift our eyes to Him. The Scriptures offer a consistent
message across both the Old and New Testaments: that those who look to God are
never put to shame. “They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces
were not ashamed.” – Psalm 34:5
In Hebrews 12:1-2 we are called to run our life’s race with endurance. We are
reminded that Jesus did not only begin our journey of faith, but He also completed it.
Trials may slow us down, but looking to Jesus gives us strength. As Isaiah 40:31
declares, ”But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall
mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall
walk, and not faint.” Jesus endured the cross and now empowers us to finish strong.
In Matthew 17:1-8, on the mount of Transfiguration, when Jesus was with Moses
and Elijah, with Peter, James, and John in attendance, a voice from heaven said,
“This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.” When the
disciples looked up, “they saw no man, save Jesus only.” This story reminds us that
even among great voices and spiritual figures, our ultimate focus must be on Christ,
our Lord and Savior. As Colossians 3:1-2 exhort, we must set our minds on things
above, not on earthly distractions.
The woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5:28 looked to Jesus when she said, “If I
may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole.” Like her, we must direct our eyes and
hearts to Jesus. As Psalm 121:1-2 says, “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills… My
help cometh from the Lord.” Looking to Jesus is the first step toward breakthroughs
and avoiding losses.
In 2 Chronicles 16:9, the bible declares that the eyes of the Lord search the earth for
those whose hearts are perfect toward Him. God notices those who look to Him. In
Daniel 9:3, Daniel set his face toward the Lord, and his prayer was answered with
revelation and angelic visitation, Daniel 9:23. Stephen, in Acts 7:55, looked up
during persecution and saw Jesus standing at God’s right hand. Looking to Jesus is
rewarding and reassuring.
Moses and Samuel, who were mentioned in Jeremiah 15:1, were known for prayers
that moved heaven. God honored their intercession because they continually sought
Him. Likewise, James 5:16-18, tells us that Elijah was human like us, yet he prayed
earnestly and affected the heavens. Our effectiveness is not in our ability, but in
where we place our attention. When we consistently look to Christ, miracles will
follow.
To look unto Jesus is to look away from fear, defeat, and doubt. He is unchanging,
Hebrews 13:8, ever-present, Hebrews 13:5, and always interceding for us, Romans
8:34. In every situation, we must continue to lift our eyes to Him. You will not be
put to shame when you look to Him – Psalm 34:5, and without fail, God will be
pleased with you – Psalm 147:11, and you will enjoy unending joy – Isaiah 35:10,
and have perfect peace – Isaiah 26:3. God bless.