The Sin of Apathy, Indifference & Complacency

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The Sin of Apathy, Indifference & Complacency

By David M. Tyler, PhD

Introduction: A Sin We Rarely Admit

Of all the sins Christians face, few are as subtle, tolerated, or spiritually destructive as apathy, a dullness of heart toward the things of God.

Apathy does not always show itself through rebellion or loud disobedience. Many times, it shows itself through silence, neglect, laziness, and spiritual passivity. Apathy whispers, “It doesn’t matter… no need to hurry… no need to obey… someone […]