Two dangerous extremes exist:
Spiritual laziness (“God will do everything”)
Prideful self-reliance (“I can do it all myself”)
Both lead to frustration.
The Danger of Laziness
Some men wait endlessly for miracles while ignoring opportunities. Faith does not eliminate responsibility.
Even God worked for six days and rested on the seventh.
The Danger of Self-Reliance
Other men hustle relentlessly but exclude God. This leads to:
*Stress
*Fear of failure
*Lack of fulfillment
Practical Steps
*Start your day with God (prayer and word)
*Set clear daily goals
*Take consistent action
*Trust God with the outcome
Pray wholeheartedly, relying completely on God, while working diligently and responsibly as though the outcome depends on your effort.
Your influence is your legacy; use it wisely.
Stay joyful. Stay intentional.
From the Desk of
Layi Balogun
Convener, The Joyful Men.
