Parker Inspirations

In the hard times, we lean on the Lord. We cry out in prayer, we seek His presence, and we go to church—desperate for hope, healing, and answers. But when life gets easier, when blessings flow and peace returns, comfort can quietly turn into laziness. We stop showing up. Not just in prayer, but in presence.

Philippians 4:18 reminds us of the value of spiritual sacrifice and consistency:
“But I have all, and abound: I am full, having received of Epaphroditus the things which were sent from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, wellpleasing to God.”
Even in abundance, Paul remained faithful and grateful, showing us that comfort should lead to deeper devotion—not spiritual neglect.

Sunday becomes the only day we gather, forgetting that the church doors open more than once a week. Midweek services, prayer meetings, Bible studies—they sit half-empty while our hearts grow half-fed. We forget that the same God who met us in the valley is still speaking on the mountaintop.

Hebrews 10:25 calls us to consistent fellowship:
“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.”
Church isn’t just a Sunday ritual—it’s a lifeline. A place of encouragement, growth, and unity.

We must remember where we came from. The lean times taught us to depend on God. Good times should teach us to remain devoted. Filling the church every service isn’t about obligation, it’s about gratitude. It’s about staying connected, staying humble, staying hungry for the Word.

Let’s not let comfort rob us of commitment. Let’s not let ease erase our urgency. We need to remember, to return, to remain. Not just on Sundays—but every time the doors are open.

Let us say:  I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7