Don't Be Lukewarm, Be Decisive.

I’ve been recently reminded of the dangers of being “lukewarm” vs. decisive. This concept applies to all areas of our life, whether we believe it or not. This notion stems from biblical text via a letter to one of the churches in the book of Revelation. The text condemns people that are “lukewarm.” The bible says, “I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm – neither hot nor cold – I am about to spit you out of my mouth.” This specific translation underlines a clear displeasure to the notion of being lukewarm, which is neither cold nor hot. Because of this disliking to a lukewarm character, the text refers to getting rid of or rather “spitting out.” In other words, God prefers a sense of commitment and passion, on one side or the other. He prefers hot or cold over the lukewarm middle which evades the need to be decisive.

The opposite of passion and commitment is indecision and the notion of being “lukewarm.” This truth illuminates the inherent value of such a timeless principle that’s revealed within the Law of Polarity. This law basically states that everything has an opposite. Light vs. dark, good vs. bad, active vs. inactive, decisions vs indecision, etc. Awareness of this powerful law can help us self-assess areas of our own lives, that may require some immediate decisions to act.  

On the other side of facing our fears and being decisive lies opportunity. Without taking such bold steps by making courageous decisions, corresponding opportunities will cease to be revealed. Famous speaker and author Jim Rohn said, "We can’t change our future in one day, but we can change our direction." Making a choice to critically self-assess, amend our ways, and apply course corrections in any area of our life (faith, relationships, career goals, diet, exercise, etc.) requires courage manifested through action. In sum, greater awareness of the dangers of being “lukewarm” allows us to refine our leadership character and philosophy towards greater action, passion, and decisiveness.