being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ;
Philippians 1:6
In our journey of faith, we often find parallels between our physical experiences and our spiritual insights. For example, an insightful analogy emerged from a recent trip to the eye doctor, shedding light on the truth that Jesus wants us to grasp: that we should be developing in our spiritual walk every day.
For years, each visit to the eye doctor has brought the same verdict: my vision has slowly worsened. However, a recent check-up held an unexpected surprise – my eyesight has stabilized. This prompted me to contemplate my spiritual journey. Just as I had witnessed a halt in my eyesight’s deterioration, I pondered whether my spiritual insight was experiencing a similar pattern. Was my spiritual sight getting clearer, or had it plateaued?
Just as our eyesight requires care and attention to maintain its clarity, our spiritual insight demands an ongoing commitment to growth. Let us heed Jesus’ call to strive for development in our spiritual walk every day. With each step we take, with each prayer we offer, with each act of love we extend, we move closer to a deeper, more profound understanding of our faith. As we journey onward, may we be reminded that just as the eyes of our body are a window to the world, the eyes of our spirit are a gateway to the divine.
Jesus’ teachings remind us that our faith is a dynamic process. He calls us to embark on a journey of continuous growth, urging us to cultivate our spiritual insight. Just as we undertake daily steps to preserve our physical health, we must adopt intentional practices to nurture our spiritual well-being. Through prayer, meditation, studying scripture, and acts of kindness, we lay the groundwork for spiritual insight to flourish.
Each day presents an opportunity to deepen our relationship with God, to gain a clearer understanding of His word, and to perceive His guidance more acutely. As we commit ourselves to this journey, we begin to notice that our spiritual sight does indeed improve. Like the patient who finds their eyesight stabilizing, we see the fruits of our efforts manifest in our actions, attitudes, and interactions.
Pray
Lord, thank You for opening my eyes to Your truth. Help me to improve my spiritual insight each day. Deepen my faith as I trust You for all things. In Jesus’ name, amen
