Focus

"Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet  inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." - 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

They began the day with a variety of expectations. Some were getting ready for business as usual, others were just beginning new jobs and a few were looking forward to upcoming family events. By the end of the day those plans and hopes were lost in the devastating debris of 9/11. Life is short and unpredictable.

Since our physical lives are slipping away faster than we realize, what we focus on is more important than anything. Paul devoted his life to serve the Lord and His people. He focused on what is unseen; eternal values and eternal souls. As a result he rarely lost heart and always had reason to press on in ministry.

Yes, life is short and unpredictable my friend. We are all outwardly wasting away every day, but those who know and serve the Lord faithfully are being renewed every day as well. Stay on point and keep your focus where it counts, because, "what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal"