Lazy Living Leads to a Leaky Life | Ecclesiastes 10:18-20

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Today, we’re looking at Ecclesiastes 10:18-20. Let's take this verse by verse today:

Lazy Living Leads to Leaky Lives
Through sloth the roof sinks in,
and through indolence the house leaks. — Ecclesiastes 10:18

Neglect never nurtures. A house ignored crumbles. A roof unrepaired drips. A heart left unchecked? It withers. Solomon warns us—sloth seeps into life like a slow leak, rotting our resolve and ruining our readiness.

Work Wisely, Walk Worthy
Bread is made for laughter,
and wine gladdens life,
and money answers everything. — Ecclesiastes 10:19

Bread brings joy. Wine lifts spirits. Money meets needs. But none of these sustain a man who refuses to work, to build, to prepare. The fool folds his hands, watching opportunities pass like clouds in the wind. The wise man labors, understanding that diligence today prevents disaster tomorrow.

Words Will Wander
Even in your thoughts, do not curse the king,
nor in your bedroom curse the rich,
for a bird of the air will carry your voice,
or some winged creature tell the matter. — Ecclesiastes 10:20

Watch your words—even in whispers. Gossip grows wings. Complaints catch the wind. What you mutter in secret may soon be shouted in the streets. Instead of cursing leadership, pray for wisdom. Instead of tearing down, build up. A guarded tongue protects a godly reputation.

So, what’s the takeaway? Diligence defends, wisdom works, and words wander. Don’t let laziness leak into your life—build with purpose. Don’t trust in bread, wine, or wealth—work wisely. And don’t let reckless words take flight—speak with care.

Today, take one step toward diligence. Patch the leaks. Guard your lips. Walk in wisdom. Because what you sow today determines what you stand on tomorrow.

See you back here tomorrow as we continue walking through the Word—verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every single day!

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ASK THIS:
What area of your life have you neglected that needs attention?
How does diligence today shape your future stability?
In what ways can you guard your words more carefully?
How can you balance joy, work, and wisdom in your daily life?
DO THIS:
Patch one "leak" in your life today—whether it's a neglected responsibility, an unguarded word, or a habit of laziness.

PRAY THIS:
Lord, help me to be diligent in my work, wise in my words, and faithful in my walk with You. Keep me from neglect and guide me toward purpose. Amen.

PLAY THIS:
Faithful Then/Now.