Many parts of the Bible are inspiring. Others are simply convicting. When Paul made his defense before Governor Felix in Acts 24, this area of conviction stood out as a contributing factor to Paul’s prison time. In verse 25, we read:
As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.”
What was the concern? Fear. Why? Because of a call to right living, to self-control, and the consequences of future judgment. Some people hear the truth and respond with joy. Others hear and are simply afraid. Like Felix, their response is, “That’s enough for now!”
The rest of verse 25 reveals the rest of the attitude presented by Felix. He states that “when I find it convenient” he would call for Paul again. The problem is that Jesus is not a matter of convenience, but commitment. Those unwilling to commit to following Jesus and his teachings above their convenience reflect the attitude of Felix, living a life that says about God, “That’s enough for now.”
Even if we don’t prefer some of God’s plans for our lives, we are called to discipleship, not convenience. Make sure you know where you stand today and live in such a way that reflects your faith rather than an perspective that communicates “enough for now.”
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Dillon Burroughs is the author or co-author of numerous books and is handwriting a copy of the New Testament in 2011 at HolyWritProject.com. Find out more about Dillon at Facebook.com/readdB or readdB.com.