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In this Morning Manna episode, we examine Solomon's piercing question: “How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard?” (Proverbs 6:9). Verses 9–11 warn us that spiritual laziness opens the door to unexpected loss—poverty doesn't announce itself; it sneaks in like a traveler and attacks like an armed man. We'll reflect on the hidden dangers of procrastination, the deception of ease, and why a restful heart still requires a watchful spirit.Join the leading community for Conservative Christians! https://www.FaithandValues.comYou can partner with us by visiting https://www.FaithandValues.com/donate, calling 1-800-576-2116, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961.Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves!https://www.AmericanReserves.comIt's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today!https://www.amazon.com/Final-Day-Characteristics-Second-Coming/dp/0578260816/Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/final-day-10-characteristics-of-the-second-coming/id1687129858Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. https://www.sacrificingliberty.com/watchThe Fauci Elf is a hilarious gift guaranteed to make your friends laugh! Order yours today! https://tru.news/faucielf

In today's Morning Manna, we slow down and look closely at one of God's most underestimated teachers—the ant. Proverbs 6:6–7 reminds us that wisdom isn't always found in impressive places; sometimes, it crawls right under our feet. The ant has no guide, overseer, or ruler, yet it models diligence, discipline, and initiative. We'll unpack what it means to live with the kind of quiet, steady responsibility that honors God—without needing constant supervision to do what's right.Join the leading community for Conservative Christians! https://www.FaithandValues.comYou can partner with us by visiting https://www.FaithandValues.com/donate, calling 1-800-576-2116, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961.Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves!https://www.AmericanReserves.comIt's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today!https://www.amazon.com/Final-Day-Characteristics-Second-Coming/dp/0578260816/Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! https://books.apple.com/us/audiobook/final-day-10-characteristics-of-the-second-coming/id1687129858Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. https://www.sacrificingliberty.com/watchThe Fauci Elf is a hilarious gift guaranteed to make your friends laugh! Order yours today! https://tru.news/faucielf

Text: Prov 26:13-16 (ESV) 13 The sluggard says, “There is a lion in the road!There is a lion in the streets!”14 As a door turns on its hinges,so does a sluggard on his bed.15 The sluggard buries his hand in the dish;it wears him out to bring it back to his mouth.16 The sluggard is wiser in his own eyesthan seven men who can answer sensibly. SNAPSHOTS OF THE SLUGGARD These 4 verses portray what a lazy person looks like. A "sluggard" is someone characterized by idleness, indifference, or lack of energy. This is almost identical to the statement made in Proverbs 22:13 and follows the pattern of many other statements in the book, such as Prov 6:6–11; 12:24; 18:9, and 19:15. The first is a man afraid to go out of the house because of a lion roaming in the streets. The thought of a lion roaming in the streets is that the lazy person is inventing ridiculous excuses for not leaving their home to work. In a modern context, someone might claim they're afraid of being struck by lightning, or kidnapped by an enemy army. Such things are remote to happen, and clearly not reasonable excuses for lazy people would use. Later, this alibi is said directly and convincingly. Verse 16 says, “The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who can answer sensibly.” When someone could work but does not want to work, he can have countless alibis, mostly absurd. Those who truly cannot work should be supported with love and compassion (Jas 2:15–17; Prov 29:7). However, those who are simply lazy should be corrected and rebuked. In fact, the Bible says they should not be helped, at all (1 Thess 5:14; 2 Thess 3:10–12). Another picture is that he is like a door swinging back and forth on its hinges, but it never goes anywhere. Laziness has no benefit to contribute to the person. Solomon makes the same comment about the lazy person who lies in bed all day. They repeat the motion of turning over, without leaving their place, much like a hinged door. Definitely, sleep is beneficial but too much sleep can be detrimental. Psalm 4:8 attributes sleep to the Lord's safekeeping. The psalmist writes, "In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety." A good night's rest as a gift from the Lord. [ Psa 127:2] But Proverbs 20:13 warns against too much sleep. It reads, "Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of bread." There is a time to sleep and a time to work. A sluggard is pictured as helpless, incapacitated and a burden. They are so lazy that they won't even put food in their mouths. This is an unbelievable and an exaggerated joke, is it not? The danger of laziness is in his bad reputation. A person known for being lazy is likely going to be mocked and disrespected for his lack of effort.  Christian believers can exhibit laziness in spiritual matters. They may choose not to put effort into spiritual growth and miss out on rewards as a result (1 Cor 9:24–27). The world can tempt Christians to ignore study of the Bible or work in church activities. Even prayer can be crowded out by laziness (1 Thess 5:17). So can church attendance, which is not always extremely convenient (Heb 10:24–25). God has no aversion to sleep and rest. But, when we abuse these blessings and avoid soiling our hands, we may develop an attitude of laziness. Then, we dishonor God who wants us to work and support ourselves and our loved ones.Listen and FOLLOW us on our podcast -------------------------Visit and FOLLOW Gospel Light Filipino on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram

The wealthy person who loses friends when they lose their money.The gossip who betrays a friend's confidence.And the person who is too lazy to lift their spoon to their mouth.The torrent of timeless, poetic and sometimes comical proverbs continues.Written and produced by Chas BayfieldMusic by Michael Auld and Jon Hawkins MusicCover art by Lisa GoffSend any questions or feedback to contact@whollybuyable.com

God's Word for Today16 Apr, 202513 The sluggard says, “There is a lion outside! I shall be killed in the streets!”-Prov 22:13 ESVTHE PROBLEM OF THE SLUGGARDLaziness is one of the often-repeated subjects in the book of Proverbs (Prov 6:6–11; 12:24; 18:9; 19:15). Here, Solomon notes the absurd reasoning to which lazy people make as an excuse for their lack of effort. The alibi that a lion might be lurking in city streets is exaggerated and silly, is it not? Lazy people have the knacks of manufacturing reasons for their irresponsibility. They are governed by fear not to take risks. They make mole hills to appear as mountains. There are countless variations of excuses given by those who can work, but are lazy to work, as they try to evade shame and embarrassment. Even if the excuse has some measure of truth such as fear of embarrassment or distaste for a task, it is still an unreasonable excuse for refusing to meet one's obligations, is it not? Work is a need not an option. One could not postpone his hunger. Let us take note also that Christians should be as supportive as possible of those legitimately prevented from earning a living. James says, “If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, be warmed and filled,” without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that? So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” (Jas 2:15–17; Prov 29:7) And, the church should admonish the lazy to be responsible. Paul said, “For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. Now such persons we command and encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own living. (2 Thess 3:10-12).Watch in YouTube: https://youtu.be/lPuuvKVODmgListen and FOLLOW us on our podcast Spotify: http://bit.ly/glccfil_spotify Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/glccfil-applepcast Audible Podcast: http://bit.ly/glccfil-audibleFollow us on various media platforms: https://gospellightfilipino.contactin.bio#gospellightfilipino#godswordfortoday

Episode Notes Dr. Bryan Murawski preaches on proverbs highlighting the sluggard, digs into the deeper issues laziness presents, and compels the student body to live diligently.

Proverbs has much to say about instilling a "Proverbs work ethic" in your sons. It's one of the greatest gifts you can give them, for it will be quite difficult for them to succeed in life without it. This work ethic is typically described as being diligent. It is often contrasted with being lazy, and these people are called sluggards. Yuck!. What a terrible word! Let's work hard to ensure our sons are never called "sluggards."Join me for today's Daily Word & Prayer to learn more.Scripture Used in Today's Message:Proverbs 10:4Proverbs 21:5Proverbs 6:6-8Proverbs 12:27Proverbs 13:4Proverbs 24:12Proverbs 22:13If you've not read my book, Takin' it to Their Turf. request a copy on my website, www.CampusAmerica.com.You'll be inspired, encouraged, and learn plenty about evangelism and spiritual warfare through the 70+ stories I share of my campus evangelism expereinces.We send a copy to anyone who donates to our ministry, but if you can't do so, simply request a copy by sending us an email. Who do you know that needs to hear today's message? Go ahead and forward this to them, along with a prayer that God will use it in their life.To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher To support Tom Short Campus Ministries, click herehttps://www.tomthepreacher.com/support************ Do you want to have all your sins forgiven and know God personally? *********Check out my video "The Bridge Diagram" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0Kjwrlind8&t=1sCheck out my website, www.TomthePreacher.com, to learn more about my ministry and sign up for my daily email. And make sure to request a copy of my book, Takin' it to Their Turf, when you visit my website.Check out my videos on this channel to learn how to answer tough questions challenging our faith.

A new MP3 sermon from Dr David C. Mackereth is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Farm Sermons 1. The Sluggard's Field. Subtitle: C H Spurgeon Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: Dr David C. Mackereth Event: Sunday Service Date: 4/8/2025 Bible: Proverbs 24:30-31:31 Length: 42 min.

The Bible tells us that when someone sees another person doing well, it motivates that person to work harder, be more innovative, and succeed due to ENVY and through COMPETITION. TODAY I AM GOING TO SHOW YOU THAT while envy and competition can be BAD, it is also GOOD in that it allows us to fairly and morally compete-Moving PAST the Road of Least Resistance to a state of challenge and success. Let's get started.Please Support Our Channel by SUBSCRIBING to our channel.Join our COMMUNITY at www.StevenGarofalo.ComBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reason-for-truth--2774396/support.

Text: Proverbs 21:25-26 (ESV) 25 The desire of the sluggard kills him,for his hands refuse to labor.26 All day long he craves and craves,but the righteous gives and does not hold back. THE UNMET CRAVING OF THE SLUGGARD There is a big difference between those who "won't work" versus those who "cannot" work due to physical or mental disability and illness. The latter struggle to work or provide for themselves. Thus, they should be cared for. However, the person too lazy to work does not deserve to be fed or supported, does he? We are warned not to waste resources unto them which could rightly be used to help those truly in need (2 Thess 3:10; Prov 14:21; 22:22). These two verses [v.25 and 26] present a moral failure in laziness. But, we praise for those through righteousness turn away from idleness. A "sluggard" is someone lazy or habitually slow to act (Prov 6:6; 10:26; 19:24; 20:4; 26:14). The "desire" of such a person is to enjoy life by doing nothing. Acting according to this preference is killing themselves. Most likely, a sluggard will struggle in his finances, career, relationships, and health. Verse 26 notes that the lazy person is a bottomless pit of "wants." All day long he craves but has nothing to satisfy his craving. Obviously, one's hunger won't go away if he has nothing to eat or fill his stomach.  In contrast, the righteous person is like a never-ending well of generosity (Proverbs 21:26). Unlike the sluggard, he is diligent in work and is able to provide for his own needs and help others.  The Bible portrays work as both necessary and good. It is not a curse. In the garden of Eden, God charged Adam with the responsibility to work and take care of the garden. This is termed by most theologians as cultural mandate. God designs man to be creative and productive. Old Testament characters are noted for their trade and work like shepherds or farmers. A few of Jesus' disciples were fishermen (Mat 4:18). Joseph, Jesus' earthly father, was a craftsman of some type, likely a carpenter, in which Jesus' learned (Mat 13:55). Luke was a doctor (Col 4:14). Cornelius was a soldier (Acts 10:1). Simon was a tanner (Acts 9:43). Lydia was a seller of purple cloth (Acts 16:14). Paul, the great missionary, worked as a tentmaker while he preached (Acts 18:1–4). Colossians 3:23 exhorts: "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men." Obviously, the Lord regards and rewards diligent work highly. Listen and FOLLOW us on our podcast -------------------------Visit and FOLLOW Gospel Light Filipino on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram

Beyond the Sunday Sermon Go to the Ant, O Sluggard! Or, the Great Dignity of a New Life in Christ With Guest Jerry OrnelasReflecting on Proverbs 6:6-11, 13:4, 21:25, 26:13-16visit cpcnewhaven.org/podcasts

Go to the Ant, O Sluggard! Or, the Great Dignity of a New Life in Christ The Sunday Sermon Rev. Craig Luekens Proverbs 6:6-11, 13:4, 21:25, 26:13-16visit cpcnewhaven.org

The Sluggard. The Worthless.

David Johnson discusses Proverbs 6:6-8—“Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways and be wise, which, having no captain, overseer or ruler, provides her supplies in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest.”

Sunday morning sermon audio from Preston Highlands Baptist Church.

In this message, Pastor John Carter describes the traits of the sluggard and what we can do to take action and break the sluggard habits.

In this message, Pastor John Carter describes the traits of the sluggard and what we can do to take action and break the sluggard habits.

Is working hard God's plan for you? There are over 30 Bible verses about hard work, and in this episode 172, we look at several that will probably surprise you. We will also make sure the way you work is pleasing to God.

QUOTES FOR REFLECTION“Imagine a society where no one had to work. Robots and artificial intelligence performed all essential jobs while advanced technologies provided unlimited clean energy, food, and consumer goods. Human beings were free to pursue their passions and spend time with loved ones instead of working. What would life look like in this futuristic work-free world? [...] For the first time in history, our jobs wouldn't dictate how we spend our days.”~Roy Lam, Data Scientist and Psychometrician, “What Life Would Look Like if Humans Didn't Have to Work Anymore” “The image of God was never meant to yawn through life. Yet those who are paying attention will also see something more in this tragi-comic sloth: themselves. We all have an inner sluggard, counseling us to sleep when we should rise, rest when we should work, eat when we should move.”~Scott Hubbard, pastor in Minneapolis, “The Sluggard in Me: Four Lies that Lead to Laziness” “The wise man knows that the sluggard is no freak, but, as often as not, an ordinary man who has made too many excuses, too many refusals, and too many postponements. It has all been as imperceptible, and as pleasant, as falling asleep.”~Derek Kidner, Bible Commentator and Old Testament Scholar, Proverbs “In short, work – and lots of it – is an indispensable component in a meaningful human life. It is a supreme gift from God and one of the main things that gives our lives purpose. But it must play its proper role, subservient to God. It must regularly give way not just to work stoppage for bodily repair but also in joyful reception of the world and of ordinary life…. When we think, ‘I hate work!' we should remember that, despite the fact that work can be a particularly potent reminder (and even amplifier) of the curse of sin on all things, it is not itself a curse. We were built for it and freed by it. But when we feel that our lives are completely absorbed by work, remember that we must honor work's limits. There is no better starting point for a meaningful work life than a firm grasp of this balanced work and rest theology.”~Tim Keller (1950-2023), pastor in New York, Every Good EndeavorSERMON PASSAGEProverbs 6:6-11, 12:11, 21:5, 25-26 (ESV)Proverbs 66 Go to the ant, O sluggard;  consider her ways, and be wise.7 Without having any chief,  officer, or ruler,8 she prepares her bread in summer  and gathers her food in harvest.9 How long will you lie there, O sluggard?   When will you arise from your sleep?10 A little sleep, a little slumber,   a little folding of the hands to rest,11 and poverty will come upon you like a robber,   and want like an armed man. Proverbs 1211 Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread,   but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense. Proverbs 215 The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance,  but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty…25 The desire of the sluggard kills him,   for his hands refuse to labor.26 All day long he craves and craves,   but the righteous gives and does not hold back. Exodus 20 8 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner who is within your gates. 11 For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested on the seventh day. Therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.Ephesians 2 8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. 10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.  John 5 3 In these lay a multitude of invalids—blind, lame, and paralyzed. 5 One man was there who had been an invalid for thirty-eight years. 6 When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had already been there a long time, he said to him, “Do you want to be healed?” 7 The sick man answered him, “Sir, I have no one to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up, and while I am going another steps down before me.” 8 Jesus said to him, “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.” 9 And at once the man was healed, and he took up his bed and walked. Now that day was the Sabbath. 10 So the Jews said to the man who had been healed, “It is the Sabbath, and it is not lawful for you to take up your bed.” 11 But he answered them, “The man who healed me, that man said to me, ‘Take up your bed, and walk.'” 12 They asked him, “Who is the man who said to you, ‘Take up your bed and walk'?” 13 Now the man who had been healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had withdrawn, as there was a crowd in the place. 14 Afterward Jesus found him in the temple and said to him, “See, you are well! Sin no more, that nothing worse may happen to you.” 15 The man went away and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had healed him. 16 And this was why the Jews were persecuting Jesus, because he was doing these things on the Sabbath. 17 But Jesus answered them, “My Father is working until now, and I am working.”

Proverbs 22:13 says. "The sluggard says, “There is a lion outside!  I shall be killed in the streets!”  What in the world does this mean?  Maybe it's a warnning about all the excuses we like to give.  Give it a listen and see what you think.

Saint Athanasius ChurchContra Mundum SwaggerVideo Version

The Book of Proverbs |The Psychology of the Sluggard by The Bridge Church NYC

God's plan is for His people to work hard with joy.

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How do we live as wise people? The Proverbs are so helpful, and Proverbs 26 describes 4 characters (The Fool, The Sluggard, The Quarrerlsome and The Deceiver) as a word of warning and how to conduct ourselves.

Proverbs teaches wisdom by introducing several characters who show us what the wise (or foolish) life really looks like. Today we meet one of the most ridiculous: the Sluggard.

Hebrews 6:11-12 And we want each of you to show the same diligence to the very end, so that what you hope for may be fully realized. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised   Proverbs 6:6-11Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! 7 It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, 8 yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest. 9 How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? 10 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest— 11 and poverty will come on you like a thief and scarcity like an armed man. The Problem of Laziness   The Folly of Laziness   The Battle against Laziness   

Bryson Thomas, Pastor at Del Ray Baptist Church

King Solomon offers wisdom on dealing with fools, laziness, and deceit. He begins by highlighting the absurdity of honoring a fool and the futility of arguing with one. He uses vivid imagery to describe the characteristics and consequences of folly. The passage warns against laziness, likening it to a door turning on its hinges, and condemns deceitful speech, comparing it to a broken tooth or a lame foot. These proverbs collectively advocate for wisdom, diligence, and honesty, emphasizing the importance of avoiding foolish and deceitful behavior. The Rev. William Cwirla, pastor emeritus, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Proverbs 26:1-28. Step into the spiritually rich landscape of the Book of Proverbs, a text divinely inspired and attributed to Solomon, the sage king endowed by God with unsurpassed wisdom. This ancient scripture begins with heartfelt lessons from a father to a son, laying a foundation of moral and ethical guidance before unfolding into a collection of timeless proverbs. It uniquely personifies wisdom and folly as two paths that stand before humanity, offering a choice between a life filled with virtue, fear of the Lord, and understanding, and one marred by shortsighted pleasures and foolishness. Proverbs serves as a compass for those seeking to walk in righteousness, offering insights that resonate deeply with the human experience, guiding us toward a life of purpose and discernment according to God's will.

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“Go to the ant, O sluggard;consider her ways, and be wise.Without having any chief,officer, or ruler,she prepares her bread in summerand gathers her food in harvest.How long will you lie there, O sluggard?When will you arise from your sleep?A little sleep, a little slumber,a little folding of the hands to rest,and poverty will come upon you like a robber,and want like an armed man.”Proverbs 6:6-11, ESVFor more information about this group, please visit their website at reformationboise.com. Every weekday at 8:00am you can listen to The Gospel for Life on 94.1 The Voice in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, USA. If you have a question, comment, or even a topic suggestion for the Pastors, you can email them. There is only one rule: Be Kind! Phone: (208) 991-3526E-mail: thegospelforlifeidaho@gmail.comPodcast website: https://941thevoice.com/podcasts/gospel-for-life/

Well… it's Sloth time. It's Sluggard mode. This week we talk about the Deadly Sin that feels most like a personal attack. It's time to discuss the implications of slothing about. But FIRST- the solar eclipse, our updates for the week, and a Seatbelt Check/Roadside Attraction for Mary Oliver's poem “The Sun”. Why do people devalue popular art? Why do we feel like authorities on what can be beautiful? This episode really dances in the theme of living a life that's full of Noticing & Appreciation. :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sluggard's Field | Proverbs 24:30-34 Preached on April 26, 2015 by Rev. Mike Francis at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, DeLand, FL  Join us in thanking God for his faithfulness through Mike's brain injury and in praying for his full recovery:  MikeMarathon.com. Find more sermons at MikeMarathon.com/sermons.

Title: The Sluggard's HeartText: Proverbs 13:4Pastor: Ben Loos

Proverbs 6:6-11 – Warning to the Sluggard