Distractions come in different forms and from a variety of directions, but the result is the same each time. A distraction takes us off course and can keep us from accomplishing and experiencing all that God has for us. Family, work, school, relationships, even ministry, can distract us from all that God intends for our lives. The enemy presents us with distractions that are counterfeit, fake blessings. We end up looking for the “perfect job,” the “perfect relationship,” the “perfect outcome or answer to one of life’s many questions.” One way to know if it is from God is whether or not it involves compromise, like taking a job that jeopardizes your Christian ethics, dating a non-Christian with the intent to marry, going on a trip or being invited to a party that causes you to move away from God and not closer. I reflect often on what is written in Proverbs 3:5 Trust in and rely confidently on the Lord with all your heart And do not rely on your own insight or understanding. 6 In all your ways know and acknowledge and recognize Him, And He will make your paths straight and smooth [removing obstacles that block your way].* The enemy knows that if he can distract the children of God, he will get us off course of what God is calling each of us to do. Getting back on track from being spiritually distracted isn’t difficult, but requires us to get intentional with our time and attention with God and for His kingdom. We must be in the Word, in prayer, and in fellowship with other believers. We need to trust that what God has for us is so much better than what the enemy presents to us for the long term. When blessings come from God, you can see His fingerprints on it, if you don’t question where it came from and what purpose it really serves. Beloved, Stay In The Faith, Stay Focused.