What happens when we take our eyes off God?

Peter only began to fear when he took his eyes off Jesus and looked at the storm. When we take our eyes off Jesus, we inherit problems. When we don't see him in what's happening around us, we lose focus. What can take our eyes off Jesus?
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What happens when we keep our eyes on God?

Fixing our eyes on God allows us to stay grounded in truth and love no matter what comes our way and gives us control over our reactions. Instead of being tossed about, we can remain present and continue seeking the Great Physician, Counselor, and Comforter.
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What does the Bible say about plucking your eye out?

And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for. thee that one of thy members should perish, and. not that thy whole body should be cast into hell.
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What does Jesus say about your eyes?

In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus makes use of a masjal about the eye as the lamp of the body: The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness.
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What does the Bible say about keeping your eyes on God?

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. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR EYES ON GOD IN THESE END TIMES



Why should we look at Jesus?

Jesus is important to us because through His Atonement, teachings, hope, peace, and example, He helps us change our lives, face our trials, and move forward with faith as we journey back to Him and His Father.
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How do I focus on God?

5 Ways to Focus on God (and Not the World)
  1. Consistent Bible Study.
  2. Constant Prayer.
  3. Read Books that Grow Your Faith.
  4. Preach the Truth to Yourself.
  5. Recount Your Blessings.
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How many eyes does God have?

Three times Blake lists the Seven Eyes of God, once in each of his longer "prophetic books." In Jerusalem 55.31-32 they are listed only by name, while the accounts in The Four Zoas and Milton, nearly identical, provide a characteristic or two for each Eye.
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How can I be pure in God's eyes?

How to Be Pure
  1. Get a New Heart. We are not pure people by nature. ...
  2. Love What God Loves. Indeed, this is the heart of the matter: having a heart that fears and loves God and wants to do the things that bring Him glory. ...
  3. Control Yourself. Self-control helps your progress toward purity. ...
  4. Be Accountable.
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What does eyes represent spiritually?

Eyes are probably the most important symbolic sensory organ. They can represent clairvoyance, omniscience, and/or a gateway into the soul. Other qualities that eyes are commonly associated with are: intelligence, light, vigilance, moral conscience, and truth.
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Who got their eyes gouged out in the Bible?

There, Zedekiah saw his sons put to death. Then his own eyes were put out and he was loaded with chains and carried captive to Babylon (2 Kings 25:1–7; 2 Chronicles 36:12; Jeremiah 32:4–5; 34:2–3; 39:1–7; 52:4–11; Ezekiel 12:13), where he remained a prisoner until he died.
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Why did Jesus say cut off your hand?

Jesus had stated that looking at a woman in lust is equal to the act of adultery itself and in this verse he recommends cutting off one's hand to prevent sinning.
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What does the left eye symbolize?

The Egyptian eye most frequently refers to the Eye of Horus, which is usually depicted as the left eye and represents healing, protection, and wisdom. In Egyptian mythology, Horus, the god of the sky, was the son of Isis, goddess of the moon, and Osiris, god of the dead.
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What happens when you fix your eyes on Jesus?

Benefits of fixing your eyes on Jesus

His character is unchanging. He always has been, and always will be your Rock and Redeemer, full of grace and truth. He is the only constant in an ever-changing world. So when you fix your eyes on Jesus you have spiritual stability even though your life is spinning out of control.
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Why do people fix their eyes on Jesus?

However, a great cloud of witnesses encourages us to fix our eyes on Jesus. Just when it seems our dreams are shattered, and loved ones lost; Jesus provides the needed stability! Our faith in Jesus fills us with joy for the living God revealed Himself in Jesus.
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Do not look to the right or left?

Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it.
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Does God see sin?

Scripture clearly indicates that God does view sin differently and that He proscribed a different punishment for sin depending upon its severity. While God does see sin differently we now have Jesus to forgive us of our sin.
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Who are we in the eyes of God?

The Book of Genesis reminds us that when God created the world, God created humanity “in the Divine Image.” The soul imbued within each of us is equally divine and pure. The Jewish sages teach that this common ancestry reminds us we are all equal and worthy of the same dignity and respect.
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Is God's eye real?

Since the movie came out, many people have been questioning and pondering whether the God's Eye is real, or could potentially be real. Pundits and technologists have unanimously concluded that the God's Eye is not real and not possible.
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What color is God's eyes?

The Color of God's Eyes Are Blue.
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Where do God's eyes come from?

God's eyes were originally made by the Huichol, the indigenous people of what's now western Mexico, and they appeared on everything from altars to large ceremonial shields. And it was only when Spanish colonists arrived in the region in the 1500s that these woven yarn charms got the name that's still used today.
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How can I hear God when I pray?

How to practice listening prayer
  1. Come to God with your request for guidance. ...
  2. Wait in silence for God to speak for 10-12 minutes. ...
  3. Jot down any Scripture, songs, impressions, or pictures God gives you. ...
  4. Share how God spoke to you with your prayer partners and follow God's will.
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How do I keep my mind on God?

10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Stayed on God
  1. #2: Read the Bible Consistently. ...
  2. #3: Spend Time with God in the Secret Place. ...
  3. #4: Pray in the Spirit Continually. ...
  4. #5: Thank God for Everything. ...
  5. #6: Sing Praise Often. ...
  6. #7: Pray for People as Often as You Can. ...
  7. #8: Spend Time with Born Again Believers. ...
  8. #9: Take Short Breaks to Focus on God.
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How can I surrender to God?

Surrender To God Prayer

To practice proper Christian surrender requires turning in your fears and anxieties for prayer (Philippians 4:6). You are surrendering to Him so talk to Him. You are coming to God for healing and hope, so ask.
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