Complacency is such a dangerous place to be. Here’s the definition:
com·pla·cent (k?m pl??s?nt)
adjective
- satisfied; esp., self-satisfied, or smug
I think we’ve all found ourselves here. I think most of us don’t realize how dangerous this can be. We find ourselves comfortable. We stop seeking, we stop longing, we stop fasting, we stop praying…. Some of us may know the Lord, we may have found our savior…. But have we fallen into the trap of complacency? It IS indeed that. A mere trick of the devil. Church becomes habitual instead of desireable. Fellowship becomes distant because we’re satisfied with church a couple of times a week IF that. Our prayer life becomes shallow and our relationship with God grows faint. Are you complacent? Here’s what the bible says:
Matthew 6:33 KJV But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
I want to emphasize the word SEEK. I think this is where we can fall. I think so many of us are under the false impression that being on a spiritual high will sustain us. But while it’s great when God’s got us on a mountain, there will be valley’s. That’s when what we’ve tucked in our hearts becomes a vital part of our existance. We cling to the word God’s given us in his book.
Psalm 119:89 KJV For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven.
I think the key to avoid complacency is to never stop seeking. Never stop reading the word, never stop praising Him!!! Sure, we’re human. We get busy, there’s other things we can find to do with our time than to stop and read the bible. But I’m here to ask you: What’s it worth to you? We can’t afford to fall into the snares of the enemy. When you don’t feel like praising Him, Priase him anyways!! When you don’t feel like reading his word, read it anyways!!! When you don’t feel like going to church and find every reason not to, GO ANYWAYS!!!! God sees those that are faithful and will reward them!
Casting Crowns
Slow Fade
Be careful little eyes what you see
It’s the second glance that ties your hands as darkness pulls the strings
Be careful little feet where you go
For it’s the little feet behind you that are sure to follow
It’s a slow fade when you give yourself away
It’s a slow fade when black and white have turned to gray
Thoughts invade, choices are made, a price will be paid
When you give yourself away
People never crumble in a day
It’s a slow fade, it’s a slow fade
Be careful little ears what you hear
When flattery leads to compromise, the end is always near
Be careful little lips what you say
For empty words and promises lead broken hearts astray
It’s a slow fade when you give yourself away
It’s a slow fade when black and white have turned to gray
Thoughts invade, choices are made, a price will be paid
When you give yourself away
People never crumble in a day
The journey from your mind to your hands
Is shorter than you’re thinking
Be careful if you think you stand
You just might be sinking
It’s a slow fade when you give yourself away
It’s a slow fade when black and white have turned to gray
Thoughts invade, choices are made, a price will be paid
When you give yourself away
People never crumble in a day
Daddies never crumble in a day
Families never crumble in a day
Oh be careful little eyes what see
Oh be careful little eyes what you see
For the Father up above is looking down in love
Oh be careful little eyes what you see
