What does the Bible say about laziness?
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Question: "What does the Bible say about laziness?"
Answer: Newton’s first law of motion states that an object in motion tends to remain in motion, and an object at rest tends to remain at rest. This law applies to people. While some are naturally driven to complete projects, others are apathetic, requiring motivation to overcome inertia. Laziness, a lifestyle for some, is a temptation for all. But the Bible is clear that, because the Lord ordained work for man, laziness is sin. “Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways and be wise†(Proverbs 6:6).
The Bible has a great deal to say about laziness. Proverbs is especially filled with wisdom concerning laziness and warnings to the lazy person. Proverbs tells us that a lazy person hates work: “The sluggard's craving will be the death of him, because his hands refuse to work†(21:25); he loves sleep: “As a door turns on its hinges, so a sluggard turns on his bed†(26:14); he gives excuses: “The sluggard says, ‘There is a lion in the road, a fierce lion roaming the streets’†(26:13); he wastes time and energy: “He who is slothful in his work is a brother to him who is a great waster†(18:9 KJV); he believes he is wise, but is a fool: “The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer discreetly†(26:16).
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