Proverbs 20:4 · KJV

"The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have nothing."

King James Version

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Passage Context

²The fear of a king is as the roaring of a lion: whoso provoketh him to anger sinneth against his own soul.

³It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.

⁴The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have nothing.

⁵Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.

⁶Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?

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Reflection Questions

How do you motivate yourself to work hard?

What does it mean for you to be diligent in your tasks?

When have you regretted not putting in the effort?

Life Application

work

Set specific goals to encourage diligence in your daily tasks.

responsibility

Reflect on areas where you can improve your work ethic.

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