We live in a world where a thousand things are competing for our attention. As a result, we often talk about the importance of being free from distraction. The reality, however, is that we need to be freed from distraction. A life focused on all the right things is only possible because of a Savior who was always focused on us. This week we hear Jesus’ teach us about giving attention to a neighbor in need. In order for us to give any attention, much less our undivided attention, to our neighbor in need, we first must have our greatest need met. Our need to be justified is why Jesus, in mercy, gave his full attention to rescuing us. Having been freed from any need to justify ourselves, our attention is available for the needs of our neighbors around us.