“Now we want each of you to demonstrate the same diligence for the final realization of your hope, so that you won’t become lazy but will be imitators of those who inherit the promises through faith and perseverance” (Hebrews 6:12 HCSB).

HAVE YOU BECOME SPIRITUALLY LAZY?

There are some of us who after hearing and believing the gospel become sluggish and slothful in loving others and living for Christ. How can this be since we are assured of inheriting God’s promises? Perhaps it is because we misunderstand our faith, thinking we can hold it passively, when instead, it must be acted upon. Since we have the promises of God in Christ, let us walk by faith, not becoming “weary in well-doing” (Gal. 6:9).

Are you becoming spiritually dull and indifferent? Your love for God and love for others has waned? Anxiety and fear are always knocking at your door? Faith and endurance are the antidote. Fan your zeal into flame by faith. Endure hardship in your love for others. You have the promises of God. Don’t be spiritually lazy. Live to full, depending on Christ’s strength!

PRAYER: Dear Father, You are a consuming fire. Cause us to be on fire for You. Not mere emotion, but a burning passion for worship and ministry is what we ask. Strengthen us to know and stand on Your promises and power through Your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, amen.