There are few things in life more distasteful than a man who refuses to take a firm position. Living in the "gray area," "straddling the fence," and "standing in the middle of the road" on any important issue seems to be more popular than ever in this "uber-politically-correct" world in which we live.How does your opinion of an individual change when you find out they have been "playing to both sides?" It is hypocrisy at its very height. Why is standing in the middle of the road dangerous? For one thing, you are in danger of getting knocked down from the traffic on both sides. Take an lesson from our little friend in the photo above!
Another reason that certainly bears our consideration is that such a non-committal, cowardly way of thinking greatly displeases the Lord. Consider his words...
And Elijah came near to all the people and said, "How long will you go limping between two different opinions; if the LORD is God, follow him; but if Baal, then follow him." And the people did not answer him a word.
1 Kings 18:21, ESV
So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.
Revelation 3:16, ESV
History's greatest men are those who have dared to commit to a cause. The has-been's and never will be's of the ages are replete with those who were not committed enough to any cause to stand up and fight.
Are you "limping between two opinions?" Quickly vacate the "middle of the road," for that is truly the worst place you can be!
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