Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.
Vinegar
As smoke
Bible References
Vinegar
Proverbs 25:13
As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those who send him. He refreshes his masters.
As smoke
Isaiah 65:5
They say: 'Keep away! Do not come near me, for I am too sacred for you! Such people are smoke in my nostrils, a fire that keeps burning all day.'
So
Matthew 25:26
But his lord answered: 'You wicked and lazy servant. You knew that I reap where I did not sow and gather where I did not scatter.
Romans 12:11
Do not lag behind in diligence. Be fervent in spirit serving God.
Hebrews 6:12
We desire that you are not lazy, but follow those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.