How can we apply "our eyes are upon You" in daily decision-making? The Historical Backdrop 2 Chronicles 20 records three nations marching against Judah. King Jehoshaphat gathers the people to seek God. Facing superior forces, he prays: “We do not know what we should do, but our eyes are upon You.” (2 Chronicles 20:12). The Lord answers, delivers Judah, and turns desperation into praise. What “Our Eyes Are upon You” Conveys • Focused attention: refusing to be distracted by threats or alternatives • Reliance: confessing inability and expecting God to act • Submission: letting God’s wisdom override personal impulses • Hope: anticipating deliverance in line with His character and promises Core Principles for Decision-Making • Acknowledge limitation – “Apart from Me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). • Seek God first – “Trust in the LORD with all your heart…He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). • Listen to Scripture – God speaks objectively through His Word; every choice bows to it. • Wait for clarity – “Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him” (Psalm 37:7). • Obey promptly – “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it” (Luke 11:28). • Respond with worship – Judah praised before the battle (2 Chronicles 20:21-22); gratitude seals trust. Practical Daily Applications • Morning alignment – Begin the day reading a passage; ask, “Lord, my eyes are on You—order today’s steps.” • Decision filter – Before commitments, pause: Does this align with clear Scripture? Does it honor Christ? • Relational choices – Respond to offense by looking to Jesus’ example (1 Peter 2:23). • Financial planning – Submit budgets to His priorities (Matthew 6:33). • Media intake – Guard eyes and ears; choose content that fixes thoughts on what is pure (Philippians 4:8). • Interruptions – Treat unexpected events as divine appointments rather than obstacles. • End-of-day review – Recall moments you looked elsewhere; confess, realign, rest in His sovereignty. Scriptures That Reinforce the Posture • “My eyes are always on the LORD, for He will release my feet from the snare.” (Psalm 25:15) • “I lift up my eyes to the hills…My help comes from the LORD.” (Psalm 121:1-2) • “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith.” (Hebrews 12:2) • “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God… and it will be given to him.” (James 1:5) Common Hindrances and Helps • Haste → Slow down; ask twice, act once. • Fear → Recall past deliverances; speak them aloud. • Self-reliance → Keep written testimonies of God’s faithfulness nearby. • Noise → Carve out regular silence to tune your heart. • Isolation → Seek counsel from mature believers (Proverbs 15:22). A Simple Daily Pattern 1. Pause – Stop and acknowledge God’s presence. 2. Pray – Express dependence: “My eyes are on You.” 3. Ponder – Consult Scripture and godly counsel. 4. Proceed – Act in faith on what is clear. 5. Praise – Thank Him regardless of outcome. Summary Keeping our eyes on the Lord positions every decision—large or small—under His wise, loving authority. By focusing attention, confessing need, listening to Scripture, and acting in obedience, we echo Judah’s cry and experience the same faithful guidance today. |
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