Laziness is a serious matter

Matthew 7:13-14 

"Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it."

Jesus presents us with a clear choice between two paths: one leading to life and the other to destruction. The wide gate and broad road represent easy and popular choices that often seem attractive because they require little effort and sacrifice. However, this path leads to destruction. In contrast, the small gate and narrow road represent the commitment and dedication required to follow Christ, a path that few choose because it is difficult and demanding.

The metaphor of the narrow gate is a call to serious and deep commitment to God. Jesus challenges us not to follow the crowd that opts for the easy path, but to choose the path that leads to life, even though it is harder. This path requires us to leave behind our comforts and face challenges. Spiritual laziness tempts us to seek shortcuts and avoid the hard work that the Christian life demands.

In daily life, we often seek ease and avoid situations that challenge us or demand more from us. This can manifest in our spiritual life when we avoid prayer time, Bible reading, and communion with God, preferring activities that require less of us. However, Jesus calls us to a life of dedication, where effort and sacrifice are necessary for spiritual growth.

Choosing the narrow path is a daily commitment. It means choosing God's will above our own, following His commandments even when it's difficult, and seeking a deeper relationship with Him. When we choose the narrow gate, we experience the abundant life that Jesus promises. This path may be filled with challenges, but it is the only one that leads to true peace, joy, and eternal life.

Jesus' invitation to enter through the narrow gate is a call to transformation. He invites us to leave behind the easy path that leads to destruction and embrace the path that leads to life. True Christian life is marked by a deep commitment to God, where we seek His will above all else and dedicate ourselves to living according to His teachings. May we accept this challenge and choose the narrow gate daily, knowing that the effort and sacrifice will be worthwhile when we attain eternal life with Christ.