“But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren.” —Matthew 23:8 KJV

When we lived in Kennebunk, Maine, we often went to the seashore in the evening. It was only a short distance, and we frequently walked or waded as the tide came in. Sometimes we just sat on beach chairs and watched. That was fun, too.

This was a time when dogs were allowed on the beach, very popular with dog owners! I remember watching one of the dogs chase the balls the owner threw as far as he could, even into the waves. The dog would chase them and bring them back to his master, hoping for more fun.

With so many people on the beach, how did he know where to go? Of course, he kept his eyes fixed on the master! It made me think about the dog’s absolute love and loyalty to his master, his desire to honor and serve him. What a perfect example of love and loyalty!

How well do we keep our “eyes on the Master”? How often do we choose our own way, pursuing what we want, instead of what the Lord desires for us?

During a period of deep personal tragedy for our family, my comfort came from time on my knees, sharing my thoughts and sadness with the Lord. I poured out my heart to Him, and I knew He cared. I kept “my eyes on the Master.”

Turn your eyes upon Jesus,
Look full in His wonderful face,
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim
In the light of His glory and grace.
—Hymn by Helen H. Lemmel

Lord, please help me always to love and serve You, to share You with others, to be gentle and kind, to draw others to the Savior. Help us all to keep our eyes on the Master.

I said to the LORD, “You are my Master!
Every good thing I have comes from you.”
—Psalm 16:2 NLT

Margaret is Sharon’s Mum. She and her husband have celebrated 70 years of marriage! They enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, and just being outdoors, watching wildlife. Margaret played the piano for many years as part of a nursing home ministry. She has written many articles for her church newsletter, and some of these have been compiled into a trilogy of books: Holding My Father’s Hand, Holding My Daughter’s Hand, and Holding My Heavenly Father’s Hand, all available here on Amazon.

Saved by Grace,
Margaret Fowler

Sweet Selah Ministries

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