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Bible Scripture Proverbs 12:24 (KJV):

“The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.”

Reflection:
This proverb highlights a powerful kingdom principle:
Diligence leads to promotion, while laziness leads to bondage.

“The hand of the diligent” speaks of someone who is consistent, committed, disciplined, and faithful in their work. God honors diligence because it reflects stewardship, responsibility, and integrity.

According to this verse:
   •   Diligent people rise to positions of leadership, influence, and authority.
   •   The lazy or inconsistent become dependent, pressured, or controlled by circumstances or others.

This doesn’t just apply to work it applies to ministry, spiritual growth, relationships, finances, and personal development.
Wherever diligence is present, favor flows.
Wherever laziness or inconsistency shows up, struggle follows.

God will is for his children to excel, lead, and walk in purpose but that requires discipline. This scripture pushes us to take our calling seriously and put our hands to the work God has entrusted to us.

Prayer:
Father God,
Develop in me a diligent spirit. Strengthen my hands, focus my mind, and stir my heart to work with excellence.
Remove every spirit of laziness, distraction, or inconsistency that tries to hinder my purpose.

Help me to be faithful with what you’ve given me so that I may walk in the promotion, influence, and leadership you have ordained.
Let my work honor you, let my discipline reflect your character, and let my diligence open doors of opportunity and favor. In Jesus favorable name I pray, Amen.