Are You Slowly Drifting from God?
Spiritual laziness isn’t about being busy; it’s about letting your relationship with God become passive. It’s when prayer feels like a chore, reading the Bible is neglected, and church becomes optional.
This slow drift is incredibly dangerous because it opens the door to temptation, weakness, and a cold heart. The writer of Hebrews warns us to pay close attention so we do not drift away (Hebrews 2:1). Just as a garden left untended will be overrun by weeds, a soul without diligent care will be overtaken by the world’s influences.
The consequence of this laziness is a life of spiritual powerlessness. You become a lukewarm Christian, ineffective for God’s kingdom and unsatisfied in your own spirit. You start to blend in with the world, losing the saltiness that makes you a preserving influence. God speaks strongly against this condition, saying in Revelation 3:16, “So, because you are lukewarm; neither hot nor cold; I am about to spit you out of my mouth.” A lazy spiritual life lacks the passion and power that comes from abiding in Christ, making you vulnerable to every storm and lie of the enemy.
The antidote is intentional pursuit. Stir yourself up! Reignite your first love for Jesus by setting aside dedicated time for Him. Be disciplined in prayer and the Word, even when you don’t feel like it. This isn’t about earning salvation; it’s about tending the most important relationship you have. 1 Timothy 4:7-8 instructs us, “Train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” Don’t let your spirit sleep; wake up and pursue the vibrant, powerful life God has for you.
