S. Proverbs 24:32-34 (NIV) 32 I applied my heart to what I observed and learned a lesson from what I saw:
33 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest—34 and poverty will come on you like a thief and scarcity like an armed man.
O. In the context of teaching about those who do not work, Solomon commends those who do. A work ethic is praised. When we give time and attention to things, they generally flourish (look and function well). However, when we let things slide because we do not work, things fall apart and we have very little resource.
Thought: Productive work is the antidote to the problem of scarcity - and God commends it.
A. I am thankful for this teaching. I see the results everytime. When I actively engage in productive work - things improve. Whether it’s my house, my property or at church engaging and teaching. I see flourishing. The results of obeying some of God’s fundamental principles.
P. Thank you Father for this Word. Thank you for instilling in me a desire and appreciation for creative, productive work. Holy Spirit fill me and lead me to more effective levels of such productivity. In Jesus’ name!
