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The more we focus on something, the more we want it.
Isn’t that the truth when we flip through those catalogs in the mail? Suddenly, the item for sale is a “must have.” We were able to live without it before, but now we must “stock up” and buy half a dozen for our fall wardrobe.
Or we have zoned in on that “perfect guy” or that “gorgeous girl.” All we can think about is how to be with that person. We dream about them. We find ourselves secretly smiling when we recall some past conversation with the object of our affection and wonder if they like us the way we like them.
Sports teams win and lose based on their ability to forget about the fans and focus on the play. They practice visualizing a win and then concentrate on grabbing hold of that trophy.
So, if we can focus so heartily on outward things, why is it we struggle with focusing our hearts on the inner life of faith? Read the rest of this entry »
