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Don’t Hit the Snooze
June 16th, 2025
Proverbs 6:1-11
Proverbs 6 reminds us to avoid foolish commitments and to be diligent. Successful living involves guarding our words and being careful about our commitments. Urgency is required to break free from unwise commitments just as we would be urgent in freeing ourselves from a trap.
Verses 6 through 8 give advice to avoid laziness. An example from nature is used to illustrate how diligence, not laziness, leads to productivity and provision in life. We are reminded to be diligent in what we do even when no one is watching. Such a work ethic becomes characteristic of who we are.
The proverb points out that saving is an extension of work. We work hard and save for times of need now or for future enjoyment and need.
Maximize opportunities and stop procrastinating. Stop hitting the snooze button. Get up and be ready for the tasks of the day. Be proactive, seize opportunities, and work toward specific goals. Self-motivation and hard work are virtues that should be incorporated into our lives.
Author: Cheri Kommel
