Avoiding the Distraction of Samaritan Attractions

The Samaritans called themselves "children of Abraham," yet these godly people gave in to compromise. They pulled away from the radical call of God on their lives and mixed their faith with the surrounding culture. Like the Samaritans, we can sometimes let comfort and acceptance dilute our beliefs. The call of the compromised is to not be so serious — just relax! Jesus did not let this distract him but kept his face set on the things of God. When we have our hearts and minds set on God's purposes, Satan, the world and even other believers may try to get us off course. When this happens, press in with all that you have, being fully surrendered to Christ.