4 Bible Verses about Diligence And Laziness Contrasted

He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the hand of the diligent brings wealth.

The soul of the sluggard desires, and has nothing, but the desire of the diligent shall be fully satisfied.

For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: "If anyone will not work, neither let him eat."

The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor. Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, but a kind word makes it glad. A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.read more.
The slothful man doesn't roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.