“While we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.” — 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NKJV)

What you focus on grows in your heart. If you focus on the storm, fear increases. If you focus on God, faith increases. Temporary challenges have a way of demanding attention. Bills, delays, opposition, criticism, and uncertainty can feel loud. But God’s faithfulness is louder — if you choose to listen.

Throughout Scripture, we see that God never abandoned His people in difficulty. He was faithful to Abraham when the promise seemed delayed. He was faithful to Joseph in the prison before the palace. He was faithful to Israel in the wilderness before the Promised Land. Your current challenge is not permanent. It is a season — and seasons change. God’s character does not.

When Peter walked on water, he was steady while his eyes were on Jesus. The moment he focused on the wind and waves, he began to sink. The storm didn’t change — his focus did. Today, shift your focus. Do not deny the challenge — but refuse to magnify it above God’s promise. Speak what God has said, not what circumstances are saying. Faith grows when you rehearse God’s track record. God has been faithful before. He will be faithful again.

Daily Application: Change your language by replacing words of defeat with declarations of faith— instead of saying, “This is too hard,” say, “God is able.” Practice intentional gratitude by writing down three ways God has already shown His faithfulness in your life. Feed your faith daily by spending at least ten minutes reading Scriptures that remind you of His promises. Guard your focus by limiting voices, media, or conversations that stir fear rather than faith. And boldly declare this confession over yourself: “My situation is temporary, but my God is faithful. I will not waver.”

Prayer of the Day: Father in the name of Jesus, I choose today to fix my eyes on You. When challenges try to distract me, help me remember that they are temporary. You are unchanging. You are dependable. You are true to Your Word. Strengthen my heart and steady my mind. Teach me to trust You deeply and consistently. I refuse to waver, because You never fail. In Jesus’ name, Amen.