How imagining Jesus’ watchful eyes can help us avoid sin

Often when we sin, we sin at night, thinking subconsciously that no one will see us.

Yet, doesn't God always see us, regardless of the time of day?

We can forget this fundamental truth and then convince ourselves that even God is ignorant of our wrongdoings.

St. Peter Julian Eymard wrote a sermon, printed in the book The Divine Eucharist, about how we should do everything under Jesus' watchful eyes.

Furthermore, do not think of Jesus' eyes as the eyes of an "angry judge," who wants to see us fail.

Think of Jesus' eyes as the eyes of a loving father, who suffers pain every time he sees one of his children fall from grace.

Try this exercise today and see how it might shape your actions.