Blinkers: I’m not talking about the ones on your automobile. Blinkers are another word for the blinders that horses are often seen wearing in a race. Trainers believe these keep the horse focused on what is in front of him, encouraging him to pay attention to the race rather than other distractions, such as crowds. Additionally, blinkers are commonly seen on driving horses, to keep them from being distracted or spooked, especially on crowded city streets. (From Wikipedia) Maybe we should put on a pair too. Proverbs 4:25-27 says, “Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left;
keep your foot from evil.” We sometimes, hmmm probably often, get distracted with things surrounding us and get caught up in the busyness or snares of it all. (Sometimes it’s good and sometimes it’s bad, but cautious yourself on getting overwhelmed. We can’t do it all. Trust me. I’ve tried. That’s another story.) Put on your blinkers and stay focused on what God has right in front of you.
