Looking Past the Obvious: Choosing Faith Daily
From childhood to adulthood, much of how we understand life is shaped by what we see and experience. Our natural instincts tell us to believe what is visible, logical, and proven. But the Christian walk calls us to a different standard. God invites us to look beyond what is obvious—to trust His sovereignty rather than our sight. The Bible reminds us that true life in Christ is not lived by what we see, but by what we believe.
2 Corinthians 5:7
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
When we choose faith, we choose to trust God beyond our human understanding, believing that His plan is greater than what our eyes can see.
Key Points, Scriptures & Reflections
1. What We See Is Temporary, But What God Is Doing Is Eternal
Our natural vision is limited. We see the present moment, the challenge in front of us, the circumstance that feels overwhelming. But Scripture reminds us that what we see now is not the full story.
2 Corinthians 4:18
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”
Reflection:
Walking by sight keeps us bound to the temporary. It makes us anxious, discouraged, and fearful. But walking by faith anchors us in the eternal work God is doing, even when it isn’t visible yet.
2. Sight Can Mislead Us, But Faith Aligns Us With God’s Truth
Not everything that looks good is good for us. And not everything that looks difficult or painful is harmful. Often what appears disappointing, uncomfortable, or challenging is exactly what God is using to strengthen, protect, and prepare us.
Isaiah 55:8–9
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord.
Reflection:
Our perception isn’t always accurate. Sight reacts to circumstance. Faith responds to truth. Faith trusts that God knows what we don’t and sees what we can’t.
3. Living by Sight Can Discourage Us, but Faith Restores Hope
When we base life on what we see—loss, rejection, lack, delay, or pain—we can lose hope. But faith reminds us that God is still working, still present, still faithful, and still in control.
Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Reflection:
Faith gives us stability when circumstances feel unstable. It lifts our eyes from problems and places them on God’s promises.
4. Faith Helps Us See People and Relationships Through God’s Eyes
Sometimes, what we see in people or circumstances is only surface-level. We may judge situations too quickly or determine a person’s worth based on outward appearance or what they can offer us. But God teaches us to look deeper—through His lens.
1 Samuel 16:7
“Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”
Reflection:
Faith helps us love better, forgive deeper, discern more wisely, and see people with grace rather than judgment. It allows us to trust that God is working in them and through them, even when we don’t see it yet.
5. Through Faith, We Overcome and Win
Faith is not just a mindset—it’s our victory strategy. It empowers us to endure, believe beyond limits, and walk confidently knowing God has already secured the outcome.
1 John 5:4
“For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.”
Reflection:
Faith isn’t ignoring reality; it’s choosing to believe God above reality. It is trusting that every challenge, every delay, and every battle is shaping us for greater purpose.
Closing Thoughts
Choosing faith daily isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it. What we see is limited, temporary, and often deceiving. What God is doing is eternal, sovereign, and purposeful. When we walk by faith, we step into God’s plan, trust His timing, and experience His peace.
So today and every day, make the choice:
Look past the obvious.
Trust beyond what you see.
Choose faith—daily.