Prayer based on Proverbs 19:15. Themes: Slothfulness, Consequences, Work Ethic.

Dear Lord, please help me to overcome my slothfulness and laziness. May I not fall into a deep sleep of inactivity and complacency. Instead, may I be diligent and hardworking, using the talents and abilities you have given me to their fullest potential. Please provide for me and keep me from suffering hunger due to my idleness. Help me to be a faithful and productive servant in your kingdom. Amen.

Verse: Slothfulness casts into a deep sleep. The idle soul shall suffer hunger.
Proverbs 19:15

This is a Command. The verse is commanding the reader to avoid slothfulness and idleness, as they will lead to negative consequences such as deep sleep and hunger.

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