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God warns the Delaying today's responsibilities eventually produces tomorrow's disasters. Every believer must learn to replace procrastination with prompt obedience. Proverbs warns us that the danger of slothfulness isn't just that we waste a day; it is that we can gradually waste a life. Join us as we Stop Hitting Snooze on Life.

Practical lessons from Proverbs regarding cosigning, laziness, and sowing discord. The next three will be discussed in the next sermon.

9Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.

The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. (Proverbs 13:4) ~~~~ This sermon was preached on Wednesday Evening at Jireh Chapel Tenterden. ~~~~ *1/ The example of our Lord. 2/ Helps to diligence. 3/ The encouragements of the gospel.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon explores the biblical contrast between the sluggard and the diligent, emphasizing that spiritual prosperity requires steady effort rather than mere desire. Drawing primarily from Proverbs 13:4, the text illustrates how diligence in prayer, service, and daily responsibilities leads to a flourishing soul, while sloth results in spiritual poverty. The preacher highlights Jesus Christ as the ultimate example of unwavering commitment to the Father's work, urging believers to adopt His pattern of earnestness. Practical advice includes working heartily for the Lord, maintaining right priorities, and avoiding over commitment to ensure consistent faithfulness. Ultimately, the message offers encouragement by affirming that God provides abundant spiritual provisions and blessings to those who diligently seek Him through the means of grace.

This sermon uses the biblical account of Solomon observing a neglected field to illustrate the spiritual dangers of laziness and procrastination. The preacher argues that slothfulness leads to the overgrowth of sin, represented by thorns and nettles, and the breakdown of spiritual defenses, symbolized by a broken stone wall. Emphasizing personal responsibility, the text warns that neglecting daily disciplines like prayer and scripture reading results in inevitable spiritual poverty and loss of fruitfulness. The message calls believers to maintain vigilance against the devil's encroachments and to cultivate a consistent work ethic in their faith. Ultimately, it urges the audience to actively tend their spiritual lives to avoid the consequences of indifference.

Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

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A real life situation is addressed in our Proverb. It's not about some great spiritual truth but a simple matter that can have serious consequences if... you don't consider it well. https://bbfohio.com

Mental sloth It is from the deceit of sin that the mind is spiritually slothful, by which it becomes negligent of this duty. The principal discharge of the mind's trust in this matter is expressed by "watching," which is the great caution that the Lord Jesus gave to His disciples in reference to all their dangers from sin and Satan. "I say unto all, Watch" (Mar 13:37). That is, use your utmost diligence and carefulness so that you are not surprised and entangled with temptations.

THE ENTRUSTED TALENTS TEXT: Matthew 25:13-30 SUMMARY: The parables of the minas and the talents emphasize the necessity of investing and using God's gifts for the advancement of His kingdom. I. THE GIVER AND HIS GIFT, vv. 14-15. A. The Giver. B. The Gift. II. THE STEWARDS AND THEIR STEWARDSHIP, vv. 16-18. A. The Stewards. B. Their Stewardship. III. THE RETURN AND THE RECKONING, vv. 19-27. A. The Return. B. The Reckoning.

A verse-by-verse study through the book of Nehemiah.

The Crossroads Sportsman's Gathering. Proverbs 12:27;Matthew 4:19 KJV Proverbs 12:27 teaches that God gives opportunities but expects responsibility, warning that a lazy person may begin the work—like hunting—but fails to finish it, wasting what was gained, while a diligent person treats God's provision as precious, using it wisely and faithfully; spiritually, many hear God's truth but never live it out, showing that spiritual laziness leads to wasted truth. In contrast, Matthew 4:19 reveals that following Jesus is a call to full surrender, not casual belief, where Christ Himself transforms ordinary people into useful servants and sends them on mission as "fishers of men," requiring patience, persistence, and obedience. Together, these verses show that we are not to be spiritually passive but active—finishing what God starts in us, stewarding what He gives, and allowing Him to shape us for His purpose—because diligence prepares us for ministry and truly following Christ always leads to reaching others; in the end, God didn't save us to sit, but to serve. The reward is God will send people into you life!!!!

Jesus compares spiritual growth to a seed buried in the earth. He concludes, ""he knows not how,"" meaning growth and fruit-bearing are a mystery. It's unseen and uncomprehended by mortal humanity. Spiritual growth is by God's own sovereign will. Yet, we can stunt it by neglect, as a slothful farmer neglects his plants (Hebrews 2:3). We can severely damage it by corrupting it. Spiritually, we can't mix grace and works, the gospel and the world.

Jesus compares spiritual growth to a seed buried in the earth. He concludes, "he knows not how," meaning growth and fruit-bearing are a mystery. It's unseen and uncomprehended by mortal humanity. Spiritual growth is by God's own sovereign will. Yet, we can stunt it by neglect, as a slothful farmer neglects his plants (Hebrews 2:3). We can severely damage it by corrupting it. Spiritually, we can't mix grace and works, the gospel and the world.

Theme: The Bible condemns unreliability. I. The Sluggard A. A sluggard—slothful; lazy B. The various descriptions 1. Characterized by laziness—Proverbs 22:13; 26:13-14 2. He's not a self-starter—Proverbs 6:9-10 3. He doesn't finish things—Proverbs 12:27; 19:24; 26:15 4. He will not face things—Proverbs 20:4; 22:13; 26:13-16 5. He is restless—Proverbs 13:4; 21:25-26 6. He is helpless in the tangle of his affairs—Prov. 15:19 7. He is useless—Proverbs 18:9; 10:26 II. The Irresponsibility A. Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes B. The meaning—irritation and frustration leading to tears III. Examples of Irresponsibility A. Real-world examples B. Personal examples 1. Forgetting to set the alarm clock and being late to work 2. Neglecting to pay a bill on time 4. Committing to doing a job in church but not doing it 5. Neglecting divine worship 6. Not tithing Application A. Don't despair if you've ever been guilty of neglecting a duty B. Consider whether your being neglectful is due to laziness C. Entrust yourself to Jesus, who was never undependable

Romans 12:9-21 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. 14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. 17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

In this first introductory sermon of this series, we examine the Scriptures for important keys to true revival. What is a revival? How do they start? We also examine history, and important revival books, such as Ernest Baker's, "The Revivals of the Bible" (1903). How can we reach people in times of sloth, indifference, rebellion, coldness and apostasy? What does the Bible (and our forefathers who sought after revival) teach that we need to be revived?

Romans 12:11 teaches that Christians should not be lazy or careless in the responsibilities of life but should faithfully tend to their duties with discipline and purpose. "Not slothful in business" means handling the everyday affairs of life responsibly, while "fervent in spirit" refers to maintaining an eager, energetic attitude toward life and toward serving God. The message emphasizes that true discipline must be built gradually through consistent habits rather than drastic, short-lived changes. The goal of diligence and self-discipline is not personal improvement alone, but to better serve and honor the Lord.

A bitter, complaining attitude, rooted in unbelief and laziness, is infectious. It spreads like leaven. It brings judgment from God and hinders fellowship with Him, and blessings. This sermon looks at the spirit and attitude that God uses and blesses, and calls Christians to shun complaining and murmuring, and have a spirit of revival and work for God and His house. It also examines how we ended up with so many complainers and whiners in this generation. And it looks at all of this as it relates to Bible prophecy and the coming of the Lord.

"But the thing that David had done displeased the LORD." (2 Samuel 11:27b)

Proverbs 26 presents a profound exploration of folly, not merely as stupidity but as a moral and spiritual condition rooted in arrogance, rejection of divine wisdom, and a refusal to learn from correction. Centered on the recurring image of the fool, the passage unfolds through vivid metaphors drawn from nature and daily life—snow in summer, a dog returning to its vomit, a sling with a tied stone—to illustrate the futility and danger of misapplied honor, unwise speech, and self-deception. The text reveals a structured progression from the fool's inner attitude to the outward fruits of foolishness: laziness, meddling, gossip, deceit, and strife, each demonstrating how unwise choices corrupt relationships and society. At the heart of the passage lies a divine paradox: discernment is required to know when to answer a fool and when to refrain, reflecting the wisdom of God's design in both instruction and restraint. Ultimately, the chapter calls believers to observe creation, cultivate self-awareness, and live with intentional wisdom, guarding their words and actions against the subtle, corrosive power of folly.

Romans 12:11-13, Galatians 6:9, Revelation 2:4, Matthew 26:36-40, 1 Thessalonians Nations and individuals can cry out for God's blessing in times of crisis, yet quickly return to earthly concerns and casual faith. Believers might begin with a fervent love for God, lose their first love, growing weary in doing good, and becoming slothful in zeal. Scripture calls us to remain watchful, fervent in spirit, constant in prayer, and to grow more and more in faith. #FirstLove #DontGrowWeary #FerventInSpirit #ZealForGod

o The church must lead with alertness, firm faith, manly courage, and strength, always expressed in love. o Resist cultural pressures that erase distinctions; uphold biblical categories and virtues without apology. 1. Be on the alert: recognize real spiritual enemies and reject carelessness, indifference, and sloth. 2. Stand firm in the faith: anchor your stability in God's unchanging promises and Christ's commands. 3. Act like men: embrace courageous, mature, unflinching spiritual resolve—applicable to all believers. 4. Be strong: put spiritual strength into visible, obedient action against sin and for the gospel. 5. Do everything in love: practice truth-filled, restorative love that urges believers toward holiness.

This sermon, drawn from Proverbs 21, centers on the sovereign control of God over all human affairs—both the hearts of kings and the intentions of individuals—emphasizing that divine judgment penetrates beyond outward actions to the motives of the heart. It warns against self-justification, religious hypocrisy, and empty rituals, asserting that true righteousness is defined not by external performance but by justice, mercy, humility, and genuine faith. The preacher underscores the danger of pride, greed, and neglect of the poor, contrasting the fleeting rewards of the wicked with the enduring security found only in trusting God's guidance. With the new year approaching, the message calls for intentional surrender, urging believers to align their plans, priorities, and resolutions with God's will, recognizing that true safety and purpose come not from human effort or resources, but from abiding in Him.

This sermon, drawn from Matthew 25:14–30, presents a powerful call to faithful stewardship of all that God has entrusted to believers—time, talents, resources, and relationships—emphasizing that every aspect of life is a sacred responsibility to be used for God's glory. Centered on the parable of the talents, it underscores that stewardship is not about the quantity of gifts but the faithfulness with which they are used, warning against the complacency of the servant who buried his talent out of fear, a posture the preacher identifies as characteristic of a false or unregenerate faith. The faithful are rewarded not with mere approval, but with greater responsibility, eternal joy, and the ultimate joy of entering into the master's pleasure, while the unfaithful face judgment for their sloth and self-justification. The message is both urgent and gracious: though believers will inevitably fail, the gospel offers daily renewal, calling all to repent, fix their eyes on Christ, and live with purpose, knowing that every moment of 2026—and every day beyond—is a gift to be stewarded with diligence, integrity, and godliness for the sake of eternity.

The sermon centers on the pervasive sin of laziness, drawing from the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard to emphasize God's sovereign grace and the moral imperative for believers to be diligent in all areas of life. It identifies slothfulness as a spiritual and practical failure that manifests in neglect of prayer, church attendance, Bible study, financial stewardship, and love for others, warning that such idleness leads to spiritual stagnation and divine judgment. The preacher calls for repentance, urging the congregation to confront their own complacency, receive the message with humility, and become active doers of the Word rather than passive hearers. Rooted in Scripture from Proverbs, Pauline epistles, and the Gospels, the message underscores that God blesses a faithful, working people and calls His followers to a life of disciplined service, accountability, and sacrificial generosity, affirming that true faith is evidenced by action, not mere profession.

A new MP3 sermon from New Covenant Community Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Sliding into the Deadly Sin of Sloth, But Blessed Are Those Who Long for Kingdom Come Speaker: Dr. J. Mark Beach Broadcaster: New Covenant Community Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 8/18/2024 Bible: Ecclesiastes 1:1-12:14; Matthew 25:14-30 Length: 38 min.