#proverbs 10:4

DAILY DEVOTIONAL Wednesday, November 14, 2018

The Lazy Person is the Foremost Fool

Proverbs 10:4 Updated American Standard Version (UASV)

4 A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich.

A slack hand causes poverty: The Hebrew noun rendered slack (remiyyah) is of one who is laxed and neglectful in their responsibilities. This person is characterized by laziness, indolence, and a lack of ambition. He constantly…

Pause and Reflect #3

I need to post it on the wall of my office, stick it to my laptop, or even tattoo it on my wrist. Did Solomon write this proverb for me? Of course, I think he wrote them all for me. As one who wants to be a professional writer, I need  to take it to heart, to live by these words. In all my pursuits, I need to remember:

The slack hand impoverishes, but the busy hand brings riches. -Proverbs 10:4

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Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.

This verse is speaking against laziness. I am so very guilty of this. Last night I consciously chose to go to sleep instead of reading my bible. I fall so very short in my duty to God. Although I read scripture in various forms throughout the day I feel like reading His word out of a physical book is so much more of a connection.

Most sins seem to be tracked back to laziness. Thief, too lazy to work for what one wants.  A liar is too lazy to tell the truth or too lazy face the repercussions of the telling the truth. I lied simply to not get yelled at. I was lazy. Laziness can be seen in just about every sin. Lord, help me to be diligent for You. Give me the wisdom to make right choices for you.