“The sluggard says, ‘There is a lion outside; I will be killed in the streets’” (Proverbs 22:13).
This is one of many verses in the book of Proverbs that talks about the sluggard. The sluggard is lazy. He doesn’t want to do anything or fulfill his responsibilities. Instead, he makes excuses (”There is a lion outside“). [...]
A Lion Outside
Posted on July 29, 2008 at 7:30 pm by Andy Sochor
Learning to be Idle
Posted on July 22, 2008 at 8:44 pm by Andy Sochor
“At the same time they also learn to be idle, as they go around from house to house; and not merely idle, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things not proper to mention” (1 Timothy 5:13).
This verse comes during Paul’s instruction regarding care for widows by the local church. He explained to Timothy why [...]
Rest for the Weary
Posted on December 19, 2007 at 9:54 pm by Andy Sochor
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). This is the great invitation offered by Jesus. He offers the invitation and makes the promise to those who will come: “you will find rest for your souls” (Matthew 11:29).
However, we must work in order to receive rest. [...]
