Check Your Spiritual Eyes

Open mine eyes that I may see wondrous things out of thy law. (Psalm 119:18)

You might make an appointment to have your eyes examined when they begin to fail. During the examination, the doctor tells you to read a chart to determine the extent of your eye problem.

The exam is given to see if you are nearsighted or farsighted. More tests are given to see if the words are clear or blurred, whether bright lights bother your eyes, or if you can see well enough to drive at night. Taking an eye examination is necessary if you are to see clearly with your physical eyes.

Just as you make every effort to preserve your physical sight, you should also take an examination to determine if you are seeing properly with your spiritual eyes. The main way to keep your spiritual vision healthy is to always focus on God; to gaze upon His face each morning when you first open your eyes. Then you should check your vision daily by reading His word.

This will not only help you chart your spiritual vision but also improve it. Receive maximum benefit from your reading by beginning with a short prayer, such as:

“Open my eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.” (Psalm 119:18)

 Rev. Margaret Minnicks