Overcoming Sluggishness to Achieve God’s Purpose for our Lives

Proverbs 26:1-16

Wasted honor – v. 1 Excessive punishment – v. 3 Bad communication – vv. 4-5 Mishandled messages – v. 6 Useless wisdom – v. 7 Dangerous honor – v. 8 Misused truth – v. 9 Destructive trust – v. 10 Repetitious stupidity – v. 11

1. Problems and obstacles are reason enough to not do something - v. 13

2. Comfort is a primary decision-maker – v. 14

3. Approaches opportunities half-hearted – v. 15

1. Obstacles are expected and give opportunity for a miracle Diligence Creativity Faith

2. Purpose trumps personal comfort and preference for decision-making

3. Gives self fully to task/assignment in front of them