The Hidden Risk of a Lax Attitude: Settling for Less When God Offers More

Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,
to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Ephesians 3:20–21 (NIV)

Moreover, we live in a culture that fully advocates, "Just chill. It is okay. Bahala na." It is also true that while rest and peace are essential, there is also a dangerous comfort in getting so comfortable and relaxed. A very lax attitude can seem to rob us quietly from the greater things that God would want to do in and through us.

That is the danger of settling for 'okay' when God wants to do 'amazing.'

While there are certainly far worse things in life than coasting through with next-to-no effort, vague goals, or delayed obedience going through life, lying back would very likely be limiting the work of God's amazing ability in such an individual's life. Ephesians 3:20 heaps up the reminder that God is able to immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine. But who really asks for grand things? How often does anyone imagine beyond their comfort zone?

One of those students who has not studied-not because the student cannot study-but because he convinces himself, "Okay nalang ito." A Christian has fantastic dreams of serving but always says "Saka na lang, maybe next year." Slowly, and imperceptibly, excellence gives way to mediocrity. The passion goes passive. The vision blurs.

Scenario in real life: Missing the More

Take Ana, a worship team volunteer in her local church in Quezon City. She has a strong voice, leadership skills, and a heart for people. But she stopped showing up for practice, started skipping devotionals, and told herself, "Okay na. Basta present ako sa Sunday." What she didn't know was that she was missing out on much more than rehearsals. She was missing out on the moments that God wanted to use to stretch and grow her for His mighty use.

Ana did not fall into sin, but she just fell into coziness.

What Can We Do?

1. Reset Your Mindset – Ask God to ignite your passion again. Laziness often begins in the heart.

2. Don’t Just Pray—Prepare – Faith without action is dead. If you’re asking God for big things, prepare like you believe they’re coming.

3. Surround Yourself with Fire-Starters – Be with people who challenge you to grow, not those who pull you into passivity.

4. Live Like There’s More—Because There Is – Ephesians 3:20 is a promise. Don’t live beneath it.

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Final Thoughts: Don’t Settle in the Shallow When You’re Called to the Deep

God’s plans are immeasurably more than we can dream of. But a lax attitude keeps us stuck in the shallow end, when we’re meant to dive into deeper waters of purpose and power.

So today, rise up. Shake off the complacency.
Because your life has more potential than your comfort zone will ever reveal.