Title
Sluggishness, A sign Of Regression
Scripture
…Do not become sluggish, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
(Hebrews 6:12)
Devotional
Man left to his own devices will eventually degenerate. The regression is not immediate, but it is sure. It begins as Proverbs says with, “A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep.” Too much rest and relaxation makes one sluggish. May I add, regression is much more rapid than progression. It is much easier to go downhill than uphill. Likewise, it is much easier to fall into a ditch than to climb out of one. Furthermore, you may have to climb out injured. Thus sluggishness should be a strong warning of a potentially dangerous incline. Therefore, learn to imitate those who have achieved through faithfulness and patience. Imitate their constant study, hard work, and habit of promptness. Duplicate their enthusiasm, commitment, and devotion. Observe and copy their manner of life, for these are those who inherit the promises.
Text For The Day
Proverbs 29:4: The king establishes the land by justice, but he who receives bribes overthrows it.
Thought For The Day
“Faith… scorns the devil’s bribe.” Derived from a C. H. Spurgeon sermon preached, Sunday morning, May 22, 1881, titled, Everyday Religion.
Questions To Ponder
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How does God establish His people?
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When does a gift become a bribe?
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Have you ever bribed someone or been bribed yourself?
Morning Study Guide
Defining: “Bribe”: The seeking of unjust favor, playing on the weaknesses of others, the attempted corruption of justice.
Referencing: “A wicked man accepts a bribe behind the back to pervert the ways of justice,” Proverbs 17:23.
Applying: Do not accept or attempt to give a bribe. Allow godly integrity to serve you and never compromise your faith.