Look

There was a time when tightrope walkers captured the world’s attention. Crowds gathered as they walked across places like the Grand Canyon, Tallulah Gorge in Georgia, and even between Chicago skyscrapers. Karl Wallenda and the Flying Wallendas became famous for their breathtaking feats, and many of their performances can still be seen today.

Yet one detail about Karl Wallenda has often been remembered. It was said that before his tragic fall, he had begun concentrating more on the possibility of falling than on successfully completing the walk. Where we place our focus truly matters.

For us, the solution is clear—we are to look to Jesus first. We keep our eyes directed toward His loving countenance rather than on the fears or obstacles before us. Instead of dwelling on the challenges that lie ahead, Jesus calls us to focus on what He can accomplish through us. As Hebrews 12:2 reminds us, we are to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. When our gaze is steady on Him, He steadies our steps.

The goal before us is not self-invented; it is given by Him. Perhaps He is stirring your heart to return to school and prepare for a new calling in the medical field. Perhaps He has entrusted you with the sacred goal of raising children who love Heavenly Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit. Or maybe He has placed within you a passion to evangelize and kindly lead others into a saving relationship with Christ.

Whatever assignment the Lord has entrusted to you, keep looking to Him. He will guide you. He will strengthen you. He will perfect your faith as you move forward. When your eyes are fixed on Jesus, your steps grow steady, your courage increases, and your purpose becomes clear.

Rev Patricia E. Walker, AlphaChurch.org

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Prayer Requests:

Jason B., needs a liver donor and prayers for his rare disease to be healed by Jesus.

Jasmine, a teen girl had tumor removed in her abdomen and leg off, in ped ICU, healing needs.  Update: now home, mobility miracles, continuing prayers for her new lungs.

Marcellus, Evan, Yancy, Adley, Parker,  Nick B., young people conquering leukemia, prayers for Christ’s miracles and our support for their families. 

Will R., a young boy needing prayers for healing from bone cancer.

Miller, a young boy with damaged lungs and kidneys. May Jesus grant him healing.  Update: Increased prayers for healing.  Young boy struggling.

Sophia F., praise for Christ's miracles for surviving school shooting, prayer for full neurological recovery.

Steve R. for colon cancer, Alma for bone-marrow, Kristin J. who gave Steve R. her liver, Jason F. for bone cancer.  Prayers for miracles and Christ’s love in their families.

David W., recovery and healing from Parkinson's Disease, balance and stability, no depression.  Prayers uplifting David for total healing and for the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

John L., has cancer, healing prayers and family support.  Update:  continued prayers.

Young Hazel, healing for her adrenal gland tumor growth found during chemo, increased prayers.  Update: Hazel showing signs of healing while eating more solid foods and being more alert, yet severe challenges managing brain tumors while undergoing intensive chemotherapy treatments.  Continuing prayers for her miracles from Christ for Hazel.

Young John who is struggling to get healed from cancer.

Young Wyatt T., who was hit by a car. Update: now home yet recovering from brain injury and broken bones.  May Christ’s healing be swift for Wyatt, Thank you Jesus for his healings.

Baby Ashley, under doctors' care

Young Cooper S. from Martin county, facing complications related to leukemia, a rare form, may Christ bless the treatments in progress and we pray for Cooper’s full healing.

Young Ryder, with a serious form of cancer, a rare skull mass, may Christ’s power and strength be with Ryder as faith and medicine work together to help Rider recover to complete health, in Christ’s Name, Amen.

A nearly teenage girl, recovering from a heart transplant

Young Lawson and family, battling blood clots and recovery challenges

Lennon, a toddler whose cancer has relapsed— prayers for healing and renewed hope

Waylon B., who has a brain tumor

Jake C, born 12 weeks early, prayers that he thrive

Colton, a teenager in a terrible car accident, multiple surgeries already, healing from Jesus.