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Proverbs 6:6-11 (NLT) -
6 Take a lesson from the ants, you lazybones. Learn from their ways and become wise! 7 Though they have no prince or governor or ruler to make them work, 8 they labor hard all summer, gathering food for the winter. 9 But you, lazybones, how long will you sleep? When will you wake up? 10 A little extra sleep, a little more slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest— 11 then poverty will pounce on you like a bandit; scarcity will attack you like an armed robber.
Proverbs 6:9–11 (NLT) – A little extra sleep... then poverty will pounce on you like a bandit.
Proverbs 20:4 (NLT) – Those too lazy to plow in the right season...
As believers we need to be aware of the needs around us and actively contribute to meeting those needs.
Acts 4:34-35 (NLT)
34 There were no needy people among them, because those who owned land or houses would sell them 35 and bring the money to the apostles to give to those in need.
Encourage everyone to give their tithes and offerings.
Who would like to share a highlight, praise report, or testimony from this week?
What did you learn from this week’s sermon?
What was your most important accomplishment this week?
When you think of the word “lazy,” what comes to mind? Be honest — do you ever struggle with laziness or procrastination?
What are some signs in your life that laziness might be creeping in — physically, spiritually, or emotionally? What lesson do you personally need to learn from the ants?
Are there any areas in your life where you’ve been waiting for someone to “push” you? How would your life look different if you started acting as though God were your direct supervisor?
Where in your life have you been choosing comfort over your calling? What step of diligence can you take this week — especially in your giving, serving, or praying?
What one truth from today’s discussion will you apply this week to walk in greater diligence and break free from laziness?
Who are you praying for to be saved?
Who can you invite to the next meeting?
What are your prayer requests?