“Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, wither thou goest.” Ecclesiastes 9:10 “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” Proverbs 22:29
Diligent = persevering and careful in work; hard working. Done with careful, steady effort; painstaking.
There are many right actions and thoughts that go into personal success, with diligence being the work ethic governing all.
For example, people who know how to do things are those who have undertaken their tasks with diligence. Through careful, steady effort, they are able to discover what works and what doesn’t work.
People who are skillful at what they do, proceed at the painstaking pace that allows them to get it right. Their principle to produce the finest product, employs the patience and determination to make it happen.
“In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold not thine hand: for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, either this or that, or whether they both shall alike be good.” Ecclesiastes 11:6 Diligence dismisses reluctance, excuses, and all other attitudes that prevent and disable undertakings. This is described well in Proverbs 31:13-27, which sets forth the characteristics of a virtuous woman. Mothers, who fill their roles well, develop a mindset to perceive what needs to be done, and they just do it the best they can without hesitation or delay.
“By much slothfulness the building decayeth; and through idleness of the hands the house droppeth through.” Ecclesiastes 10:18 To be successful, individuals must accept the responsibility to think and apply themselves diligently in the business of life. No one is entitled to a free ride. “For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10 “But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” 1 Timothy 5:8 “And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you.” 1 Thessalonians 4:11
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