Our wisdom for today is taken from Proverbs 18:9.
“Whoever is slack in his work is a brother to him who destroys.”
Here is the same thing said differently – “The lazier a man is, the more he plans to do tomorrow.”
Laziness is a silent destroyer, gradually eroding our potential and opportunities. Proverbs 18:9 draws a parallel between the lazy person and the actively destructive individual. The outcomes of both are equally ruinous. This proverb serves as a wake-up call to those who might underestimate the consequences of habitual procrastination and lack of diligence.
The imagery of the sluggard’s field in Proverbs 24 powerfully illustrates this principle. It shows a field overgrown with thorns, covered with nettles, and its stone wall in ruins. This neglected land stands as a testament to the owner’s laziness.
In our own lives, laziness might manifest as unfinished projects, neglected relationships, or unrealized potential. Each time we choose inaction over diligence, we allow thorns and nettles to creep into our lives. The consequences of such neglect are compounded over time.
Laziness is not a neutral state – it actively works against us. By recognizing the true cost of laziness, we can be motivated to cultivate habits of diligence and responsibility, ensuring that our fields remain productive and our walls stand strong.
I’m Lonnie Davis
And these are thoughts worth thinking.
Always appreciate these Lonnie!