He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
To be slack and half-hearted in one's work is to be kin to one who destroys outright, for laziness in labor is itself a form of wastefulness. Such idleness squanders what has been entrusted, above all precious time, letting slip opportunities that would have benefited both oneself and others.
The remedy is diligence in the service of God, putting every moment to good use and making it fruitful by persevering effort. For ministers this diligence forbids neglect of study and forbids careless use of time, since failure there wastes their power to grow and to help others.
To be slack and half-hearted in one's work is to be kin to one who destroys outright, for laziness in labor is itself a form of wastefulness. Such idleness squanders what has been entrusted, above all precious time, letting slip opportunities that would have benefited both oneself and others.
The remedy is diligence in the service of God, putting every moment to good use and making it fruitful by persevering effort. For ministers this diligence forbids neglect of study and forbids careless use of time, since failure there wastes their power to grow and to help others.