“So don’t look at the troubles we can see now: rather we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen.” 2 Corinthians 4:18.

Just like in archery, if we are distracted by the action going on around us, we’re going to miss hitting our target. Pictured above is my daughter, who is trying to focus through the rain — a problem beyond her control. She knows concentration and keeping her eyes fixed on the middle of the target is key to hitting a bullseye.

An archer follows her training: Tune out the distractions. Be still. Focus. Breathe. Release. Impact.

And … repeat.

Our spiritual life is much the same. What’s your ultimate focus? Is it God and eternity? If not, what is your priority?