Overcoming Temptations - Laziness

Laziness Proverbs 10:4 He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich. Proverbs 12:24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. Proverbs 12:27 The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious. Proverbs 13:4 The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. Proverbs 20:13 Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread. Ecclesiastes 9:10 Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest. John 9:4 I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. Romans 12:11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 2 Thessalonians 3:10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat. 2 Thessalonians 3:12 Now them that are such we command and exhort by our Lord Jesus Christ, that with quietness they work, and eat their own bread.

Busting Tips Laziness and any other kind of slothfulness are sins: passiveness, neglect, procrastination, wasting time, etc. It cripples a person's life, stifles potential, and open the doors to other sins. To Combat Laziness Know Your Purpose. What do you live for? Why are you on the earth? God has called every believer to glorify him, to spread the good news of Christ, to advance His kingdom. Have you been doing that lately? What are your gifts and talents? how can you use your gifts in your church, and or community. Study what the Bible says about your purpose, and spend time with God in prayer. Take note of the scriptures that speaks to you about your purpose. The Holy Spirit will energize you with God's word. Identify Your Responsibilities What are your responsibilities towards God, family, church, community? Are you keeping your responsibilities. Discipline yourself to accomplish your responsibilities. Cut out unnecessary activities, such as excessive TV watching. Focus on doing the things that need to get done. Fulfill your responsibilities according to priority - God, family, etc. Resist the hopeless attitude that says your actions are fruitless. Focus on God's declaration of His purpose for your life - think on it, speak about it. For example: "I resist discouragement in Jesus name, and I stand in God's power" Set long term and short term plans based upon your purpose and responsibilities. Example: What steps do you need to take today to reach your spiritual goals? Perhaps set a daily time to pray. Set specific goals with deadlines for things you must accomplish. Get active. Take immediate steps to meet your goals. Perhaps you need to make a call, or send a letter. Hook up with purpose minded people. Get involved in your local church. Stick close to those who are active in the ministry. Build relationships with responsible people. Quit wasting your time with people who waste their time and yours doing nothing. Ask a responsible friend or mentor to hold you accountable to your responsibilities and goals. Ask them to follow up on you, as to where you are in reaching your goals.