For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account (Hebrews 4:12 -14).
I don't have to scroll Facebook very long or surf channels on TV very long before I realize, I am not at home. I ask God each day to keep my sights vertical and not horizontal. You see, when I focus on the horizontal my eyes wander left and right and anxiety begins - despair. But, when I focus on the vertical I remember who's in charge and I experience peace assurance - hope. When I focus on the vertical, my light shines brighter - permeating the darkness. Try it. Bow your head in humble prayer and study of the Word. Now raise your head in confident assurance looking to the only One who gives rest. Peace. Now, pray for someone that your flesh doesn't want to pray for. See if it doesn't lighten the weight on your shoulders. Once we realize"...we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places...", it's easier to keep our eyes vertical, resting in the one true Judge. God bless your day with peace, calm, and vertical focus. These things I pray in Jesus powerful and matchless name - amen.