Keeping Focused on Christ

Over forty-five years ago my mother warned my sisters, brothers and me that we should be ready to experience something very difficult. There was a brewing scandal involving a religious leader who we really adored. She told us to keep our eyes on Jesus. She said that if we had our eyes on man that we could fall. Through the years her advice has stood me in good stead. I have total faith in God and God's Word. I also have respect for those who faithfully minister the Word of God. However I still keep my mother's advice close to my heart.

What I have learned through the many ministerial and ministry scandals is that I am always safe when I have my eyes on God. As I watch another popular preacher come under close scrutiny for, at this time, alleged misdeeds and sins I am drawn to keep my eyes on God. God is our only true anchor. I choose to focus on God alone.

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Songs in the Night

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