LINGERING MIND

Philip, having heard Paul's message about Christ, chooses not to surrender his life to Jesus immediately. Despite feeling the weight of conviction, he hesitates, thinking, "God, I know you're there, but not yet." This hesitation, this lingering, represents a form of cheating God by delaying the decision to follow Him. 

Lingering in spiritual matters, especially in accepting Christ, is akin to withholding what belongs to God—our full commitment. When we know the truth but postpone action, we are essentially ignoring the urgency of salvation. This lingering is not only detrimental to us but is also a disregard for God’s call. 

Ecclesiastes 12:13 reminds us of our ultimate purpose: "Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man." Lingering delays this fundamental duty. God’s commandments aren’t burdensome; rather, they represent a life aligned with His will, and we are called to follow without delay. 

God, in His infinite grace and love, is deserving of immediate acceptance. Delaying our surrender to Him undervalues His worthiness. He is not a God to be approached with hesitance but with reverence and urgency.