Month: February 2026

This is a pertinent question for believers in this day and age.

The world is upside-down!. Immorality has been normalized and even celebrated, while morality is often shunned.

There have been continuous debates suggesting that evil is more rewarding than good. Doing the right thing no longer comes with recognition or applause. Virtues such as discipline, hard work, honesty, kindness, love, empathy, generosity, patience, and self-control are increasingly downplayed and dismissed as weaknesses. In the same breath, vices such as clubbing, smoking, drinking, fornication, adultery, fraud, violence, and public indecency are among the behaviors that society increasingly glorifies. Anyone who chooses not to participate in these activities is often labeled as boring, outdated, or naïve.

The line between morality and immorality has been blurred.

Where does this leave Christians?

Christians do not live in isolation. They do not have a separate world where they interact only with fellow believers. They coexist in the same society as everyone else. Consequently, there is growing pressure on Christianity, with increasing criticism of the values that it upholds.

It is important to remember that many of these values being criticized are fruits of the Holy Spirit; qualities that every Christian is called to bear through a close relationship with God (Gal 5:19-24).

While some Christians remain steadfast in their convictions, many struggle. In the pursuit of acceptance and belonging, some eventually compromise their values or abandon their faith altogether.

Which way, Christians?

The current turn of events shouldn’t be new to Christians. In John 16:33, Jesus foretold that believers would have trouble in the world, adding a consolation that they should have peace knowing He has already overcome the world!

The infallible, inerrant Word of God is the ultimate manual for believers. The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of God endures forever (Isaiah 40:8).

When conflicted, believers should not hesitate to seek clarification from the Bible.

What does the Bible say about immorality?

First and foremost, the Word of God warns Christians against conforming to the patterns of the world (Romans 12:2). In James 4:4, the Bible says that friendship with the world means enmity with God. Anyone who chooses the world becomes an enemy of God.

In addition, there are so many instances in the Bible where Christians are warned against unrighteousness. In this piece we shall only look at four major scriptures:-

• 1 Corinthians 6: 9-10

Warns that those practicing habitual, unrepentant sin, specifically sexual immorality, idolatry, theft, greed, drunkenness, and abuse, will not inherit God’s kingdom. 
” Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.” (1 Corinthians 6: 9-10 ESV).

• Galatians 5:19–24

Paul contrasts the works of the flesh (results of satisfying the sinful nature) and the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
“Now the works of the flesh are evident: sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmity, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, rivalries, dissensions, divisions, envy, drunkenness, orgies, and things like these. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires” (Galatians 5:19-24 ESV)

• Isaiah 5:20–23

Pronounces woes on a society that has inverted moral order by calling evil good, celebrating darkness, and practicing corruption.
“Woe to those who call evil good and good evil,
who put darkness for light and light for darkness,
Who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!
Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes,
and shrewd in their own sight!
Woe to those who are heroes at drinking wine,
and valiant men in mixing strong drink,
who acquit the guilty for a bribe,
and deprive the innocent of his right!” (Isaiah 5:20-23 ESV)

• Revelation 21:8

Outlines the eternal fate of those who reject God, specifically highlighting that the cowardly, unbelieving, and various sinners will face the ‘second death’ in the lake of fire.
“But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8 ESV)

Conclusion

Christians are not expected to let their guard down at any point, no matter the pressure. Bowing to pressure means embracing and hailing immorality, a practice that the Word of God strictly warns against.

The consequences of going against the Word of God are dire!

Yes, you read it right. Heaven is not attained by simply being good, but by being born again through faith in Christ Jesus.

In John 14:6, Jesus said, “I am the way, the Truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except by me. “

Good works are commendable, no doubt, but they cannot earn us a place in Heaven.

While speaking to Nicodemus in John 3, Jesus said, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God” (John 3:3 ESV). We cannot use our record of good works to make it to Heaven. If this were the case, it would have been impossible for us to meet the threshold because none of us is perfect. Only God is.

Simply put, Jesus is the only way to Heaven.

So, how can we be saved?

We can only be saved by confessing with our mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in our hearts that God raised Him from the dead. (Romans 10:9 NIV).

We are saved by grace, not our intelligence, good works, money, strategies, good behavior, or nice personalities.

Having a good heart is actually wonderful, but it cannot earn us a place at the throne of Mercy. Only the righteousness of Christ can guarantee us a place at the throne of mercy.  This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe (Roman 3:22).

God loved us and gave us His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life (John 3:16-18).

If Jesus comes back today, those who haven’t given their lives to Him will be left behind, irrespective of their record of good works or how good their hearts are!

Take the step of faith and accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. This is the only way to go to Heaven.

Note: Read and meditate on John 3: 1-18 and all other scriptures mentioned in this piece for personal edification.

And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint (Luke 18:1 KJV).

As followers of Jesus Christ, believers are called upon to make prayer an integral part of their walk with God. In fact, believers are expected to always pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

For young believers (spiritual babes), consistent prayer can be difficult. Their desire to come into the Lord’s presence is often hindered by distractions (gadgets, noise, etc.), a lack of discipline and commitment, ignorance, the fear of making mistakes, and a lack of the right words to use when praying.

Here are 9 ways you can build your prayer life as a young believer (spiritual babe):-

1. Find a quiet place – The prayer corner should be free from noise and distractions (Matthew 6:6)
2. Start small and build up – Aim for quality rather than quantity. Start by praying for a short time and increase the time as you grow.
3. Practice consistency – Be disciplined. Show up every day. 5 minutes of prayer daily is better than 3 hours of prayer once in a while. An epileptic prayer life will do you more harm than good.
4. Write down a list of the things you want to pray about. Having a list of prayer requests saves you from too much blubbering and beating around the bush. It also helps you choose the right words (Matthew 6:7-8).
5. Practice a minute of silence before starting every prayer. This gives you a chance to clear/ cleanse your mind and focus on the prayer.
6. Be honest and simple – Pray from your heart. Tell God everything as you would to a friend. Use simple language, short and clear sentences. Sometimes, the most powerful prayer you can make is ‘God help me’.
7. Pray the Word – Start with scriptures that you have memorized and build on them every single day. Read and meditate on a Bible verse, then pray with it.
8. Practice quiet time – After praying, stay silent in the presence of God. Take note of the promptings of the Holy Spirit during this time. If possible, write them down.
9. Be patient with yourself. During prayer meetings, do not feel intimidated by ‘prayer warriors’. Pray at your own pace and in a simple language. God looks at the heart, not the number of words used or theatrics made during prayer!

In conclusion, when praying as a young Christian, do not aim to be perfect. Focus on being honest and truthful instead, and our Father who sees in secrecy will reward you (Matthew 6:7).

Prayer requires discipline, patience, consistency, and spiritual alertness. It is not about how long your eyes remain closed but how sincere and meaningful your words are!

Note. Read and meditate on Luke 18: 1-8 and every other scripture mentioned in this piece for personal edification.

Waiting on God should be an active season of Christian growth that involves nurturing your relationship with Him. The wait should be punctuated with massive spiritual gains, character development, intimacy with God, and active service.

Here are 7 things to do while waiting on God:-

1. Tell God everything

Hold real conversations with God as you would with a friend. Share with Him how every minute of your day goes (yes, be that petty). Share your feelings, thoughts, concerns, worries with Him. He is the Friend who sticks closer than a brother.

2. Pray fervently

The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much (James 5:16 KJV). Waiting on God comes with constantly fighting waves of unbelief, making it difficult to pray. This season comes with spiritual weariness, making it hard to compose even the simplest prayer. Here, written prayers come in handy. Write down your prayers and recite them several times a day, even when you don’t feel like it.

3. Focus on the attributes of God

Attributes of God include His goodness, His love, His faithfulness, and His Mercy (Psalms 103 highlights them). Understanding God’s attributes solidifies our trust in Him . The Bible assures us that God is:-

Good – Psalms 73:1).

Faithful – Deuteronomy 7:9 , Deuteronomy 32:4

Compassionate and Gracious – 2 Chronicles 30:9, Joel 2:13, Psalms 103:8

Merciful – Deuteronomy 4:31, Daniel 9:9

Loving – Psalms 144:2, Romans 8: 32-35

Immutable – Numbers 23:19, Psalms 55:19

4. Practice gratitude.

Replace lamentations with gratitude. Thank God for what He has already provided, however small. Simply thank God for the things we seem to take for granted, such as the breath of life, good health, family, food, peace of mind, and good sleep. Just thank God for everything (Phil. 4:7).

5. Find comfort In God’s Word.

The Bible is filled with God’s promises for His children. Study scriptures daily to strengthen your faith. Declare the promises of God over your life. Remember man shall not live on bread alone but on every Word that comes from the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4 NIV).

6. Remain in active service to God and man.

Remain steadfast in your spiritual assignment. Refrain from waiting passively (1 Cor 15: 58, Galatians 6:9).

7. Minimize distractions

Spend little or no time on distractions like movies, social media, and gossip. They tend to pull focus from spiritual growth. They interfere with quiet time and hinder you from hearing the voice (promptings) of the Holy Spirit.

To sum up, waiting on God shouldn’t be passive. As you wait on God, learn to draw lessons from every experience. This is a special time to cultivate your relationship with God and not a punishment.

Make the best out of it!

Note: Please study every scripture mentioned in this piece for personal edification.