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Laziness
December 10th, 2011Introduction
1 Timothy 4:7-8 - We must train ourselves to be godly; it does not come naturally; rather the whole Christian life is a process of training in righteousness.
Laziness
Hebrews 6:1
- Do not become lazy; this is a constant treat to the Christian life, to every Christian, young or old
- Rather than imitate those who exhibit true faith and patience; there will always be good examples to imitate.
Proverbs 6:6-11 - Self motivation; sleeping
Proverbs 24:30-24 - Disorganization of sluggard
Proverbs 26:13-16 - Laziness of sluggard
Idleness
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
- Being constructive members of society and of the church.
- Thus win the respect of others and make the gospel attractive - Titus 2:10
- Try not to be dependant of anybody
1 Thessalonians 5:14 - Warn those who are idle; this is serious!
2 Thessalonians 3:6-15
- If he/she does not listen to the warning, keep away from him/her
- Again, follow the example of the disciplines
- Some people tend to be “busybodies”
Discipline
- Hebrews 12:11 - No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but afterwards the pay-off is substantial
- Proverbs 12:1 - And so it is the intelligent thing to love discipline