Morning Dive – March 6, 2026

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“As God’s grace reaches more and more people, there will be great thanks giving, and God will receive more and more glory. That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.” 2 Corinthians 4:15-16

Is there anything you are facing today that is making you feel ready to give up? Consider these words in 2 Corinthians 4. 

Our present struggles – even though they may not appear to be – are small and brief. But what they can produce is eternal and weighty!

In the original language, “skopeō” is used for “fix your gaze”; it means to “scope”, observe, focus, consider with intention. To me, this is “the way we think about what we see”. 

What can we see?

• Circumstances
• Trials
• Suffering
• Material things 
• The visible experiences of this world

What can’t we see?

• Eternal glory
• Spiritual transformation

• Our eternal inheritance
• God

Understanding that what we can’t see is far greater than what we can allows our perspective – mindset – to shift, especially in hard circumstances. 

When we focus on what we perceive to be happening to us, it can be easy to think “this isn’t fair”, feel discouraged or even hopeless, and feel that there is no point, purpose, or end to what we are facing.

But when we look at reality through the lens of eternity, and consider what is being worked within us and through our circumstances – things that last far beyond what we see – we can discover how Paul could say “ that is why we never give up.” 

How are you thinking about what you can see today? Consider the perspective offered in Corinthians as you look at what you are facing. Your present troubles may seem huge, painful, and difficult, but I encourage you to look beyond these to what they are producing, within you and for God – who alone can give you the strength to endure.

Lift up your eyes and fix your gaze on Him today. Don’t give up.

“It is impossible for that man to despair who remembers that his helper is omnipotent” – Jeremy Taylor 1613–1667, English Bishop + writer

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Writer’s note: I’m not a theologian – I’m just a regular guy in Charleston SC who enjoys diving into God’s word in the morning. As words (and coffee) sink in, I journal and love sharing what I’m learning. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to me at gerberxc@gmail.com