Let me say something that might sound a little shocking:
Not everything “good” is godly.
In fact, some of the things we proudly hold on to—things that look good on the outside—might actually be the very reasons we’re not growing in our walk with Yahweh.
Yes, you read that right.
There are “good” things, well-meaning things, even “Christian” things… that might be slowly choking your spiritual life without you even realizing it.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, dry, unmotivated, or like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling—this blog might just be what you need.
Let’s dive into 6 “good” things that could be killing your spiritual growth—and more importantly, how to break free.
1. Being Busy Doing “Ministry” but Neglecting Intimacy with God
You volunteer. You help at church. You’re always saying yes when someone needs a hand.
That’s great. But here’s the truth: Martha was busy serving while Mary was sitting at Yahshua’s feet—and only one was praised.
“And Jesus answered and said to her, ‘Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.’”
—Luke 10:41-42 (NKJV)
Serving isn’t bad. In fact, it’s wonderful. But when your service becomes a substitute for personal relationship, your soul starts to starve.
Don’t let your doing for God replace your being with God.
2. Consuming Christian Content But Never Applying It
You love sermons. You follow all the top Christian influencers. You’ve got a podcast queue full of spiritual wisdom.
But here’s a question: Are you applying what you’re learning?
James puts it plainly:
“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”
—James 1:22 (NKJV)
Sometimes, we binge Christian content like it’s spiritual junk food. It feels good, sounds holy—but it doesn’t change us.
Information without transformation leads to deception. Don’t just listen. Obey. Act. Apply.
3. Hanging Out with “Nice” People Who Aren’t Walking with God
Let’s be honest: Not all your friends push you closer to Yahweh. Some are good, moral, and even respectful of your beliefs… but they don’t walk the narrow path.
Over time, their influence dulls your passion. You stop talking about your convictions. You laugh at what they laugh at. You slowly blend in.
“Do not be deceived: ‘Evil company corrupts good habits.’”
—1 Corinthians 15:33 (NKJV)
If your circle isn’t sharpening you, it’s shaping you.
Yes, love people. Be kind. But choose your inner circle carefully.
4. Holding Onto “Safe” Sins Because They Don’t Look That Bad
We’re not talking about murder or adultery here. We’re talking about gossip, envy, pride, complaining, bitterness, and judgmental attitudes.
They seem small. But they grow roots—and those roots can strangle your spiritual fruit.
“Catch us the foxes, the little foxes that spoil the vines…”
—Song of Solomon 2:15 (NKJV)
Don’t justify what Yahweh wants to crucify.
Sometimes, the reason we aren’t growing is because we’re tolerating the very thing He died to set us free from.
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5. Doing the Right Things for the Wrong Reasons
Let’s get real.
Do you pray to connect with God—or to check it off your list?
Do you fast to humble yourself—or to get what you want?
Do you give because you love—or because you want people to think you’re generous?
Yahshua warned us about this kind of self-righteous spirituality:
“Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven.”
—Matthew 6:1 (NKJV)
God sees the heart. Motives matter.
Sometimes we’re doing all the “right” things… but we’re growing resentful, cold, or proud—because we forgot why we started in the first place.
6. Avoiding Hard Truths in Favor of Comforting Messages
We live in a time where people want inspiration, not conviction.
Many want to hear about blessings, favor, and breakthrough—but not repentance, obedience, and holiness.
We want comfort over correction. But spiritual growth doesn’t happen in comfort zones.
“For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires… they will heap up for themselves teachers; and they will turn their ears away from the truth.”
—2 Timothy 4:3-4 (NKJV)
Be honest. When’s the last time a sermon cut you deeply? When’s the last time Scripture exposed something in you—and you thanked God for it?
If you always want your ears tickled, your soul will stay stunted.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Let “Good” Become the Enemy of God
Friend, if you’ve seen yourself in any of these—don’t walk away discouraged.
Walk away determined.
Yahweh doesn’t reveal to shame you—He reveals to change you.
Sometimes the greatest breakthroughs come when we finally identify what’s quietly killing our growth… and we surrender it.
So ask yourself today:
➡ What do I need to let go of?
➡ What am I allowing that seems “good,” but isn’t godly?
➡ Am I really walking in spiritual growth—or just spiritual busyness?
Don’t settle for shallow. You were made for deeper.
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.