Christianity Is a Decision—And Comfort Is Not an Option

 

Christianity Is a Decision—And Comfort Is Not an Option

The Bible says, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it" (Proverbs 22:6). Yet, we often see people who are "Sunday Christians" but live as "Monday Bastians"—compromising their faith the moment the world demands it. Why? Because true Christianity isn’t just a label; it’s a daily decision—one that often requires us to leave our comfort zones behind.

Faith That Doesn’t Grow in Comfort

Let’s be honest: faith was never meant to be safe. Jesus didn’t call His disciples to a life of convenience but to a life of conviction. "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow me" (Matthew 16:24). Yet, many of us treat Christianity like a cozy blanket—something to keep us warm but never to challenge us.

I’ve learned this firsthand. In my work, I’ve encountered two types of people: those who live for the world and those who claim Christ but refuse to stand for Him when it’s costly. There were moments when I had to say "no" to unethical practices, even when it meant risking my job. And while some unbelievers respected that decision—even thanking me for my integrity—the so-called "Christians" around me were the ones who turned away.

That’s the irony: the world sometimes recognizes righteousness faster than those who wear the name of Christ but refuse to live it.

The Danger of Wavering Faith

Some believers are like poles stuck in mud—unsteady, shifting with every pressure, unable to say "no" when it matters. Their faith is built on convenience, not conviction. They chase blessings, promotions, and approval, never realizing that true obedience often comes with a cost.

And here’s the painful truth: comfort zones are where faith goes to die.
When we refuse to stand because it’s uncomfortable, we don’t just fail ourselves—we fail those watching us. Our silence becomes permission for compromise. Our fear becomes a stumbling block for others.

When Obedience Leads to Rejection

Scripture commands: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths" (Proverbs 3:5-6). I clung to this when I took a stand at work—only to face backlash from those who called themselves believers. To please their superiors, they mocked my integrity, twisted my actions, and ensured my contract wasn’t renewed.

Losing a job hurts. Being betrayed by fellow Christians stings even more. But here’s what I know: God doesn’t waste our suffering. He sees. He knows. And He rewards faithfulness—not with worldly approval, but with something greater: His presence and purpose.

The Choice: Comfort or Christ?

Christianity isn’t about blending in. It’s about standing out—even when it’s costly.

• Will we be Sunday believers but Monday compromisers?
• Will we choose silence over truth to keep our comfort intact?
• Will we fear man more than God?

The world doesn’t need more lukewarm Christians (Revelation 3:16). It needs bold followers of Christ—people who refuse to let comfort dictate their convictions.

I lost a job, but I kept my faith. And I know God isn’t done writing this story.

What about you? Will you stay comfortable—or will you stand?