Consider the Ant, O Sluggard | Proverbs 6:6; 26:15; 22:13; 15:19

Outline:

I. The Diagnosis: Sluggard (Proverbs 22:13; 26:15; 6:9–10)

II. The Destination:  A Harvest of Ruin (Proverbs 6:11; 15:19)

III. The Deliverer: Christ, the Faithful Workman (John 4:34; 17:4; 19:30; Genesis 3:17–18)

Personal Reflection & Small Group Questions

Please complete this study on your own, then bring it to your small group for discussion.

1. Looking back over your notes from this week’s sermon and text, what particularly caught your attention, challenged or confused you?

2. What is your typical picture of laziness? Why do we sometimes procrastinate with deadlines? How can we fight against that? 

3. What are some things Jesus worked to finish? 

4. is not opposed to effort; it is opposed to earning. How does gospel rest produce vigorous, joyful, sacrificial labor for God's glory?

5. Looking back over this week’s sermon and study, what one thing is most important for you to remember and apply?