Seeing Double

by David Shannon

Anableps are commonly called �four-eyed fish.� They have been uniquely created by God to see two images at once. Each eye has an upper and lower cornea and retina which enables the fish while swimming at the surface level to see and feed on insects while watching below for larger fish which would eat them.

Maturing in Christ also demands double vision. We must live with our eyes set upon heaven to not lose focus of our destination and to constantly learn of God�s way. While at the same time we must live being aware of an enemy and �watch� for his destructive ways. How well are you doing at developing double vision?

Looking Above
�...and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith,� (Excerpt of Hebrews 12:1-2)

Looking Below
�Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking some one to devour ( 1 Peter 5:8).�

We need direction and nourishment which comes from above. Are you focused on God? Do you want to go to Heaven more than anything on earth? Does the time you spend studying the scriptures prove you value the Bible (the roadmap to God)? Do you believe hell exists and Satan wants us there? Do you believe he is deceptive and must be watched?

Let�s develop double vision for growth and survival!

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