This month, my study continues from “Don’t Be a Lazy Bum” to a focus on The Sluggard from LifeGuide’s Bible Study on Proverbs: Learning to Live Wisely.
The word sluggard is used 14 times in the book of Proverbs. In each case, the Bible condemns laziness and warns of the consequences of being a sluggard. It should be noted that a sluggard is a person who has the ability to work but refuses to. He lacks the drive, personal responsibility, and common sense to provide for his needs. He likes sleep and dislikes work.
You’ve felt the urge before; you’ve heard the soft voice that says, “The messy garage will still be there tomorrow; the junky closet will too. Rest up for tonight’s party; you don’t want to appear tired. There’s plenty of time to prepare the house after you’re feeling refreshed.”
How often should we let the urge to catnap, hit the snooze button—or just sit on the couch—win out?
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