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Laziness

December 10th, 2011

Introduction

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

  1. Do not become lazy; this is a constant treat to the Christian life, to every Christian, young or old
  2. 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