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Scripture:

“My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” — Psalm 121:2 

There are times when life pulls our gaze downward — to problems that feel heavy, burdens that weigh on our hearts, and situations that seem impossible to fix. We stare at what’s broken, what’s missing, what’s lost, and forget to look up.

But the psalmist reminds us where our help truly comes from:

“I lift up my eyes to the hills—
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.”
— Psalm 121:1–2 (NIV)

When we lift our eyes, we shift our focus. The mountain that once looked overwhelming becomes smaller when we remember who made it. The problems that seemed impossible start to shrink in the light of His power.

It’s not that our circumstances vanish — it’s that our perspective changes. We stop seeing through fear and start seeing through faith.

David, who wrote many of the psalms, knew what it was to face danger and despair. But even in the wilderness, he looked up. He knew that the same God who set the stars in place was guiding his every step.

When your heart feels weary and your strength fades, look up. Look beyond the noise, beyond the deadlines, beyond the diagnosis. The same God who paints the sunrise and holds the galaxies holds you.

He is your keeper, your shade, your help, your refuge. He does not slumber or sleep. And He never takes His eyes off you.

So today, lift up your eyes. Not to the storm. Not to the struggle. But to the Savior who never fails.

Prayer:
Father, lift my eyes from what worries me to the One who watches over me. Remind me that my help comes from You — not from my strength but Your steadfast love. Teach me to keep my gaze on Your goodness, and to walk forward with faith. Amen.