Friday, 5^th December, 2025

Bible Reading:  Matthew 6:33

Memory Verse: If your right hand makes you stumble and leads you to sin, cut it off and throw it away [that is, remove yourself from the source of temptation]; for it is better for you to lose one of the parts of your body than for your whole body to go into hell. Matthew 5:30 (AMP)

To be free from distraction as a Christian, it involves intentional steps, consistent habits, and relying on God’s help. Here’s how, explained in a clear and practical way, along with biblical examples:

1. Set Clear Priorities (Put God First): “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness…” – Matthew 6:33

Practical Step: Begin each day with God even if it’s just 10 minutes. Read a verse, pray, or just sit quietly before Him. This helps centre your mind on God.

Biblical Example: Daniel made it a habit to pray three times a day (Daniel 6:10), even when it was risky. He didn’t let the distractions of palace life or fear of punishment stop him from focusing on God.

2. Guard Your Time and Space: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity…” – Ephesians 5:15-16

Practical Step: Use a simple schedule. Block out time for key things such as prayer, Bible study, work, rest. Turn off notifications or use “Do Not Disturb” during those times.

Biblical Example: Jesus often withdrew to quiet places to pray (Luke 5:16). He didn’t let the crowd or demands distract Him from time with the Father.

3. Cut Off Unnecessary Distractions: “If your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off…” – Matthew 5:30

Practical Step: If social media, certain apps, or entertainment steal your focus, take a break from them. Set app limits or delete them temporarily.

Biblical Example: When Nehemiah was rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall, his enemies tried to distract him, but he replied, “I am doing a great work and cannot come down” (Nehemiah 6:3). He stayed focused on his assignment.

4. Feed Your Focus, Starve Your Distractions: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” – Romans 12:2

Practical Step: Read books, listen to sermons, and surround yourself with people who keep you spiritually sharp. What you feed your mind will grow.

Biblical Example: Mary sat at Jesus’ feet to listen, while Martha was distracted by many things (Luke 10:38–42). Jesus said Mary chose what mattered most.

5. Stay Accountable: “Two are better than one… if one falls, the other will lift him up.” – Ecclesiastes 4: 9-10.

Practical Step: Find a godly friend, mentor, or small group. Share your struggles about distraction and pray together.

Biblical Example: Paul had people like Silas, Timothy, and Luke around him. They encouraged one another and stayed on mission.

Quote:  You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stones at every dog that barks – Winston S. Churchill

Prophetic Decree: Any altar cooperating with your weaknesses, catch fire, in Jesus name. 

Prayer Focus 

1. Altar of distraction erected against my life, catch fire, in Jesus name. 

2. I receive grace to put God first in everything I do, in Jesus name.

3. Fire of the Holy Ghost, consume every idol in my heart, in Jesus name.

4. I receive wisdom to protect my focus, in Jesus name. 

5. I receive the inner strength to say No to sin, weight and every distraction, in Jesus name. 

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: 2 Corinthians 10-13