Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:28-31 (ESV)
Have you ever reached a spiritual plateau? Meaning you’re not overly excited about your spiritual walk, nor are you depressed or upset but, you are bored somewhat and have plateaued. It feels as if nothing’s as exciting as it once was and you feel as if you’re going through the motions of worshiping/going to church, reading your Bible, praying, and trying to connect with God. I believe from time to time I, as well as many others, have been there. And if we’re honest, it’s not just our Christian walk, sometimes that’s the way it is with our daily life as well. Things become mundane and you go through the motions but, you don’t have the excitement or spark that you once had in the past.
When you come to a point where you’ve reached your spiritual plateau, that is the time to dive deeper and not give up. One of the ways to get out of this mood is to change things up a bit. When it comes to engaging in the same activities that you normally do day in and day out, look to make a change. Listen or watch a different church’s program or pastor’s sermon. Go to a church concert that’s not your home church. Be a volunteer at a local soup kitchen/homeless shelter. Seek out and attend a street church, one where they actually hold services outside for those who are homeless. These are just a few suggestions. I for one have done some of these that I’ve mentioned and, have come away with a different outlook on my life and my spiritual journey. I’m not saying everything was perfect afterward, just that it seemed clearer and the enthusiasm I once held, was definitely coming back. For some, they receive clarity immediately and become filled with God’s Spirit. Whatever the case may be for you, maintain your worship and your connection with God, seeking to use your gifts/talents in other ways or areas, that are not within your concentric circle. As you allow God and His Holy Spirit to lead you, eventually your plateau will cease, and you’ll be renewed as you move forward.
We all have had and will have plateaus in our lives. During this time, may we continue to push forward doing what God would have us do, and continue to stay faithful, no matter what. Despite how we may feel, may we make a conscious choice to keep moving forward with God knowing that this time will pass. Allow your plateau to be the springboard for something new and exciting in your spiritual journey.
Blessings,
Angélique
To contact: Angelique@21stcenturygodlyliving.com