We’ve gotten so good at spiritual spin that we can excuse anything.
We’ll say “I’m in a rough season” when really we’re just refusing to obey.
We’ll call it “God’s testing me” when He’s already told us exactly what to do.
It’s not a test.
It’s a choice.
God’s commands do not turn into suggestions just because you are tired, hurt, or distracted. He does not water down holiness to match our willpower. If He has already spoken, the delay is not from Him; it is from you.
1. Seasons Are Real. Excuses Are Too.
Yes, there are genuine seasons of waiting, suffering, or pruning. But a lot of what we label as “season” is really disobedience in disguise. We drag our feet, pray for more signs, and keep telling ourselves we are just “not ready yet.” Translation? We want God’s blessing without giving up our sin.
2. Tests Have Answers. You Are Just Ignoring Them.
When God tests His people, it is to reveal faith and refine obedience. But when you already know the answer — what to confess, who to forgive, what to stop doing — and you still do not do it, that is not a test anymore. That is rebellion.
3. Obedience Is Instant or It Is Not Obedience.
Delayed obedience is disobedience. You do not get to schedule surrender for a more convenient time. Jesus did not say, “Follow me… when your calendar clears up.” He said, “Follow Me.” No conditions. No bargaining.
Stop excusing it. Start obeying.
God’s grace is big enough to cover your sin, but it is also strong enough to break it. Repent now, not later. Step into the freedom that only comes when you stop hiding behind spiritual language and start doing what He already told you to do.
“If you love Me, keep My commands.” – John 14:15
