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Navigating Obstacles with Determination. 

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus."  
— Philippians 3:14

The Series Subtitle: Navigating Obstacles with Determination. Part 4 

Affirmation: "I will face every obstacle with determination, knowing that each step forward brings me closer to my purpose and victory."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 4: The Discipline of Staying Focused in the Struggle

Focus is the secret strength that keeps you moving forward when life tries to distract or discourage you. Proverbs 4:25 says, “Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.” Determination needs focus to survive. Without it, even the strongest vision can fade under pressure.

Jesus displayed perfect focus on His way to the cross. Despite the pain, rejection, and betrayal, He never lost sight of His mission. That discipline brought redemption to the world. Your focus works the same way; it keeps you anchored when challenges try to pull you off course.

Today, discipline your mind and spirit to stay fixed on your purpose. Distraction delays progress. Focus, combined with determination, makes you unstoppable.

Listen and watch this episode of the Sure Word for Today on YouTube

Connect: Your Challenge and Response

Your challenge may be the pull of distractions that slow your progress. Your response must be to fix your eyes on your purpose and keep moving forward with discipline and faith.

Extend: Faith in Action

Start your day by identifying your top priorities. Remove one distraction that steals your focus and replace it with prayer or purposeful action.

Reflection And Application

Reflect on how distractions have hindered your growth in the past. What steps can you take this week to maintain focus in the middle of your struggle?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Focus turns determination into power. What you fix your eyes on will determine what you become."

Listen and Watch this Episode of Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson on YouTube

Let Us Pray

Lord, help me to stay focused in the middle of struggle. Guard my mind from distractions and strengthen my resolve to finish what You have started in me. Let my focus bring clarity, strength, and lasting victory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship