Theological Thursday --- Where's Your Focus

See how well you can do watching the ball for the white team ---

Meanwhile, the boat was far out to sea when the wind came up against them and they were battered by the waves. At about four o'clock in the morning, Jesus came toward them walking on the water. They were scared out of their wits. "A ghost!" they said, crying out in terror. But Jesus was quick to comfort them. "Courage, it's me. Don't be afraid." Peter, suddenly bold, said, "Master, if it's really you, call me to come to you on the water." He said, "Come ahead." Jumping out of the boat, Peter walked on the water to Jesus. But when he looked down at the waves churning beneath his feet, he lost his nerve and started to sink. (Matthew 14:24-20)
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Notice how Peter got it right when His focus was on God, and things began to fall apart when Peter began to turn his focus elsewhere. All of us have our focus on something. Is yours on:
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1) Yourself and your circumstances?
2) Others and their circumstances?
3) God
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When we focus on ourselves and the problems we have in life, we can lose our heart for others and our passion for God. When we focus on others we can get so caught up in service that we neglect our relationship with our Savior. It's only when we have our focus on God that we get a proper perspective and can see the entire picture (and have a heart for our relationship with Him and serving others)...and just like Peter do things we never thought possible.
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Why is our focus on God so important? It helps us see what Jesus was able to see...which can change your entire outlook on life. Make sure you check back next Thursday to see another video that will impact the way you view the world...
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P.S. Did anyone see the moonwalking bear the first time?