Focal Point

"The Lord will always lead you. He will meet the needs of your soul in the dry times and give strength to your body. You will be like a garden that has enough water, like a well of water that never dries up." Isaiah 58:11

Years ago when Brad and I were preparing for the birth of our first child, we attended Lamaze training classes to help educate us on this life-changing event that was about to take place. Three times the Lord blessed us with a precious daughter, each very different, and each very loved! During the challenge of delivering these new lives into the world, I was immensely thankful for those Lamaze classes! One of the most helpful things we learned is that I must have a focal point, something to keep my eye on through the painful birthing process. This focal point allowed me to shut out everything around me and keep my thoughts to the task at hand... giving birth!

This same concept has stayed with me throughout the years in various stages of life. There have been so many times I am caught up in the sometimes painful work of parenting, pruning my character or spiritual growth, and I need reminders to keep my focus on Christ. I need a focal point. At these times I must shut out all other distractions, pain and hindrances and keep focused on the outcome I am praying for. I love Isaiah 58:11.

Do you, like me, ever feel used up, dried up, or fed up? Keep your focus on God, who is eager to meet your needs, to give you strength and to make you a source of refreshment for others.

I purchased this little ceramic watering can years ago as a focal point, a reminder for me. God desires that I become like a well watered garden, an ever lasting supply of water.

Lord, thank you for your faithfulness, even when I take my eyes off of you. May we look to the source of our fruitfulness... and Praise Him!

Scripture source: Isaiah 58:11 (New Life Version)New Life Version (NLV) Copyright © 1969 by Christian Literature International
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