Let me ask you something that might sound simple but could change your life:
What’s the one choice you’re making today that will shape your next five years?
No, I’m not talking about what job to take, where to move, who to marry, or even whether to start a business.
I’m talking about something far deeper. Something more powerful.
It’s the choice that either leads to life… or slowly drifts you into spiritual numbness.
It’s this:
Will you truly follow Yahshua with all your heart… or just keep Him at arm’s length?
The Subtle Danger of “Just Getting By”
Let’s be honest. It’s easy to coast.
You might still go to church. Still read your Bible—sometimes. You pray when you’re in trouble. You’re not living in gross sin. You’re doing… “okay.”
But friend, “okay” is a dangerous place.
Because okay lulls you to sleep. It makes you think you’re fine when deep inside, you know you’re drifting. You know there’s a hunger that’s gone unfulfilled. A fire that used to burn brightly… but now barely flickers.
Yahshua didn’t call us to lukewarm. In Revelation 3:16, He said:
“So then, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will vomit you out of My mouth.”
Strong words.
But don’t miss the love behind them.
He’s not trying to scare you. He’s trying to wake you up.
He’s giving you a chance to come back. To go deeper. To live with purpose, with fire, with eternal vision.
And it all starts with one decision.
Five Years from Now… Who Will You Be?
Take a moment. Imagine your life five years from now.
Who do you want to be?
Will you be someone filled with peace, joy, and unshakable faith—walking closely with God?
Or will you look back with regret, realizing you’ve spent another half-decade distracted, discouraged, or distant?
We often overestimate what we can do in a week… but underestimate the power of consistency over five years.
Five years of:
- Faithfully seeking Yahweh
- Diligently studying the Word
- Making time for prayer, even when you’re tired
- Choosing purity, when temptation is loud
- Forgiving when it’s hardest
- Loving sacrificially
- Serving even when no one notices
That’s how legacies are built.
That’s how your life changes.
And it starts… today.
The One Choice You Must Make
Let’s go back to the choice.
Not just “Do I believe in God?”
But “Will I surrender everything to Him?”
Everything.
Your plans.
Your hurts.
Your dreams.
Your doubts.
Your relationships.
Your secret sins.
Your future.
Yahshua said in Luke 9:23:
“If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.”
It’s not glamorous. It’s not always easy.
But it’s worth it.
When you say yes to Him—truly, wholeheartedly—He begins to shape every part of you.
Suddenly, your past doesn’t define you.
Your fears lose their grip.
Your heart starts to heal.
Your life becomes a vessel of glory.
Not overnight. But day by day. Choice by choice.
Why This Matters So Much Right Now
Because the enemy wants you distracted.
If he can’t get you to rebel, he’ll try to get you to delay.
He whispers,
“You’ll get serious with God… later.”
“This isn’t the right season.”
“You’ve tried before. What’s the point?”
But here’s what the enemy doesn’t want you to realize:
Later is a lie.
You only have now.
And now is powerful.
Now is where faith begins.
Now is when strongholds are broken.
Now is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2).
You don’t need a perfect plan. You don’t need all the answers.
You just need to say yes to Yahshua. For real. And follow through—today, tomorrow, and the day after.
Imagine What God Can Do
Five years of obedience can change everything.
- Your mindset
- Your relationships
- Your health
- Your calling
- Your impact
- Your joy
- Your eternity
No, you won’t be perfect. But you’ll be faithful. And Yahweh honors faithfulness more than talent, more than charm, more than appearance.
If you stay with Him, He’ll do the rest.
Ephesians 3:20 says:
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us…”
So friend, choose Him. Choose growth. Choose surrender.
Not just once. But every day.
And five years from now?
You’ll thank yourself—and you’ll praise the God who never gave up on you.
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A Final Challenge
I want you to pause right here and do something bold.
Ask yourself, “What’s one thing I need to surrender to Yahweh today?”
It could be a sin. A fear. A relationship. A comfort zone.
Whatever it is… bring it to Him. Right now.
Then make a commitment:
“I will choose to follow You, Yahshua. Day by day. Step by step. For the next five years… and beyond.”
Watch what He will do.
He’s not just writing your story. He’s redeeming it.
Let’s Pray Together
Father Yahweh, I come to You broken but willing. I don’t want to coast anymore. I don’t want to live halfway in, halfway out. I choose You. Fully. Completely. I surrender my plans, my fears, and my future. Yahshua, lead me. Help me walk in obedience today—and every day after. Shape me into who You’ve called me to be. Let my next five years bring You glory. In Yahshua’s name, Amen.
If this stirred something in your heart, don’t let it fade. Share this with a friend. Talk about it. Write down your commitment. Revisit it often.
The next five years of your life are waiting.
Make the choice that truly matters.
💡 You’re not stuck. You’re one decision away from a brand-new path.
Let’s walk it together.
About the Author
Joshua Infantado is a Christian blogger and Bible teacher who has been writing faith-based content since 2013. He is the founder of Becoming Christians, where he shares blogs, books, videos, and online courses to help believers grow in truth and grace. Joshua lives in Davao City, Philippines with his wife Victoria and their son Caleb. Contact him at joshuainfantado@gmail.com.