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The scripture most directly associated with "turn your eyes upon Jesus" is Hebrews 12:2, which says, "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorned its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God". While this exact phrase is from the popular hymn inspired by the scripture, the biblical verses that support the theme include Hebrews 12:2, as well as others such as Psalm 123:1 and Isaiah 26:3. Key scriptures Hebrews 12:2: "Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith..." Psalm 123:1: "To you I lift up my eyes, O you who are enthroned in the heavens!" Isaiah 26:3: "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!" 2 Corinthians 3:18: "And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another" Psalm 119:37: "Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways"