Contemplative Bible Reading

Hebrews 12:2 (New International Version)

Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

This is a simple phrase. Perhaps that is why I like it so much.

If my eyes are fixed on Jesus,

I am less likely to wander into trouble,

I am less likely to complain about my life,

I am less likely to worry about stuff,

I am less likely to argue with people about whatever,

I am more likely to grab another person and say, “Hey, look!”

I am more likely to be amazed,

I am more likely to be filled with joy.

These situations all sound good for me. I think I’ll try to fix my eyes on Jesus much more often.