Being A Lazy Christian

 

Genesis 2:15, then the Lord took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to tend and keep it.

If you are like me, you have had some occasions when you were feeling like you were not a very good Christian. You probably felt condemned and useless, and we’re convinced there’s no way God could use you.

One day I felt like I got an answer in my heart. satan didn’t have to condemn me; I was doing it to myself. I was listening to his lies about my faith. He was telling me that I didn’t measure up to what a real Christian is. He was telling me that whatever I did, really didn’t matter much, I was just wasting my time.

I discovered the truth later, and it really hit me. satan was the one causing my lazy streak to exercise Itself by planting all that negativity. He knows that if we get a little lazy about our faith, he has a chance to bring us down the rest of the way. I speak from experience. Remember, as I did finally, he can only do what you allow him to do.

Hebrews 6:11-12, and we desire that each one of you show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope until the end, that you do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

James 2:26, for as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.

I believe one of the favorite tools in satan’s toolbox is to plant doubt about prayers that have not manifested yet. Once he can convince you that your prayers are not being answered, he invites you to a pity party with you as the guest of honor. Of course, while all this is going on you get even lazier about your faith and sink deeper. I have been there. Praise the Lord, and the Holy Spirit. They told me to read the word. It seems that as soon as I opened that precious book, peace came over me like an impenetrable blanket. Nothing could touch me except the word of God.

I was reminded of a couple of things. God does not see things the way we do. He sees our hearts and forgives. The other thing is, God says we are not to judge anyone not even ourselves. We are to do what we know to be right and leave the results to Him.

Now anytime I feel any negativity I pick up the word and soak in the peace. If you have trouble rebuking satan, remember this, just read the word. He will run in Terror. Peace comes through knowing our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you and your family. Praise The Lord!

Remember Jesus loves you.

Prayer Of Salvation.

My Lord Jesus Christ, I thank you and Praise you for what you did on the cross for me. By your stripes I was healed, and your blood washed away my sins. Your death and resurrection made my salvation possible. I confess my sins, and I ask you to come into my heart as my personal savior. 

Amen! 

Praise The Lord!