Proverbs - Diligence, Hard Work, and Wealth

Описание: The book of Proverbs is full of wisdom—but that wisdom can be misunderstood if we’re not careful. When Proverbs speaks about hard work, diligence, and wealth, it’s easy to hear a promise God never actually makes: work hard and you’ll become wealthy.

In this devotion, we slow down and let Proverbs speak on its own terms. God does not guarantee material abundance as a reward for diligence. Faithful, hardworking believers can still face loss, disaster, and hardship. And yet, Proverbs still calls laziness a danger and diligence a blessing—just not always in the ways we expect.

Together, we reflect on several key passages from Proverbs (10, 11, 12, 13, and 14) to explore:

🔹 Why laziness neglects God’s gifts and our neighbor
🔹 How diligence serves others and honors God in our vocations
🔹 The difference between faithful work and chasing vanity
🔹 The connection between work ethic and contentment
🔹 Why righteousness, not wealth, is what ultimately delivers

Above all, this devotion points us to where true righteousness is found—not in our effort, but in Christ. His perfect life and sacrifice are given to us by faith, grounded and strengthened through God’s Word.

📖 Scripture Focus: Proverbs 10:4–5; 12:11; 13:4; 14:23; 11:4