Date: 30-Jan-2023
Name: Chidi Okpechi
Topic: DEALING WITH COMPLACENCY, LETHARGY, INDIFFERENCE AND APATHY
Content:
These things creep in subtly into our lives, families, communities, cities, and Nations.
It is our responsibility to stop these and nip them in the bud. Proverbs chapter 6 vs 1-11, paints a perfect picture of how dangerous complacency is.
There is so much to learn from the ant. Their hard work, attention to details, organization.and impeccable commitment to proactivity .
Ants are never reactive. They understand the seasons and the times. 1st Chronicles 12 vs 32.
There are factors that lead to the spirit of complacency .
1. Self- inflicted actions.
2. Environmental influences .
3. Feeling of satisfaction .
All of these we can live above and beyond. It takes willingness and commitment.
We can't allow these things to take root in us. We are called to be watchmen, intercessors and gatekeepers.
God is counting on us to cause a reawakening in this Nation.
Prayer Points:
Prayer Points.
We come against the spirit of complacency. Amos 6 vs 1.
Help us not to settle on our lees. Cause us to be on toes, never to be caught off guards,but be vigilant always. Zephaniah 1 Vs 12.
Help us to always consolidate on the things that you have wrought for us. Psalm 68 Vs 28.
Help us to keep the flame alive and aglow. 2nd Timothy 1 Vs 6-7.
Help us to provoke one another ( each other),unto good works. Hebrews 10 Vs 24-25.
The Lord bless us all as we yield ourselves.
