This week I posted on my website and Twitter, a thought provoking question.
Why do we have high expectations for sin’s gratification (pleasure), but low expectations for our Christian growth?
Meaning, why do we think when we do something sinful we’re going to really enjoy it. All of us have done this before. We think we will be happy if we look at something we shouldn’t or take something that is not ours. We think we will feel better if we listen to music we are not supposed to, or involve ourselves in activities that are downright destructive. The reason people sin, is just that…we think it will pay big. We all know what the Bible says though. “There is pleasure in sin for a season.”
However on the other side of the statement we set very low expectations about our spiritual growth. We think that if we are no good at memorizing verses, than “oh well”. If you are scared to share your faith with someone, than that is ok. If you are nervous about giving, than it is just one of your weaknesses. What kind of thinking is that?! If we are to grow as Christians, we have to set high expectations for ourselves. You may not be as strong in some areas of the Christian life, but that does not mean it is hopeless. It means you work harder. The truth is we should set high expectations on everything we want to be good at. If you want to memorize better, plan on memorizing a whole chapter. If you want to be a better soulwinner, talk to everyone you come in contact with. Set high expectations. If you miss them, you are still better off than if your expectations were low!
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I appreciate the thoughtfulness of your postings.