What Does the Bible Say About Laziness?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on laziness
The Bible addresses laziness in several passages, emphasizing the importance of diligence and hard work. Proverbs, in particular, contains many verses warning against laziness and advocating for a strong work ethic. It teaches that laziness leads to poverty and ruin, while diligence leads to success and prosperity. The Bible encourages believers to be diligent in their work, using their talents and abilities to the best of their ability, as a way to honor God and serve others.
Bible Verses About Laziness
Proverbs 10:4KJV
“He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.”
Proverbs 13:4KJV
“The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.”
Proverbs 21:25KJV
“The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.”
Colossians 3:23KJV
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;”
Proverbs 6:6KJV
“Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:”
Proverbs 12:24KJV
“The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.”
Proverbs 20:4KJV
“The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have nothing.”
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