Idleness and delay can have serious consequences, as warned in Proverbs, where it is written that the lazy person craves but has nothing. The book of Ephesians urges believers to make the most of every opportunity, being wise and understanding what the Lord's will is. Proverbs also cautions that the diligent will rise to leadership, while the slothful will be passed over, and that those who wait for ideal circumstances will often miss out on opportunities. By contrast, living intentionally and making the most of each day is a key aspect of following God's plan, as emphasized in Proverbs and Ephesians.
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The slacker craves yet has nothing, but the soul of the diligent is fully satisfied.
Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.
The slacker does not plow in season; at harvest time he looks, but nothing is there.
Then He said to another man, “Follow Me.” The man replied, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” But Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead. You, however, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” Still another said, “I will follow You, Lord; but first let me bid farewell to my family.” Then Jesus declared, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and then looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”
No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.
While it is daytime, we must do the works of Him who sent Me. Night is coming, when no one can work.
You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect.”
Whatever you find to do with your hands, do it with all your might, for in Sheol, where you are going, there is no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom.
He who watches the wind will fail to sow, and he who observes the clouds will fail to reap.