Keeping Jesus at the Centre

Key Scripture:

“And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy.” – Colossians 1:18 (NIV)

“fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2 (NIV)

Reflection:

As you grow in your faith, it is easy to become preoccupied with activities, opinions, and even spiritual topics while slowly losing sight of Jesus Himself. Yet He is meant to have first place in everything. He is the head of the body and the One through whom and for whom all things exist.

Keeping Jesus at the centre means regularly returning to who He is, what He has done, and what He is saying. It means letting His character shape how you treat people, letting His cross interpret your suffering, and letting His resurrection fill you with hope for the future. He is not just part of your life; He is your life.

When your attention drifts to lesser things, arguments, trends, preferences, the Spirit gently calls you back to “fix your eyes on Jesus.” As you do, confusion clears, priorities realign, and your heart finds rest. A Christ-centred life is a focused, fruitful, and deeply anchored life.

Prayer:

Jesus, I want You to remain at the centre of my life. When my attention drifts to lesser things, draw me back to Your face, Your Word, and Your ways. Be first in my heart, my decisions, and my desires. Amen.

Today’s Action Step:

Take 5–10 minutes and simply worship, whether by singing, sitting in silence, or thanking Him out loud for who He is. Make this time about Him, not about your needs.