i. God ordained work/human beings were given the responsibility of looking after
God’s creation.
ii. Jesus condemned idleness in his ministry in the parable of the talents
iii. Idleness may lead to antisocial activities e.g. stealing, drinking, irresponsible sexual
behaviour
iv. Idleness leads to poverty/inability to meet one’s basic needs
v. Jesus worked and so endorsed dignity of work.
vi. Idleness is a failure to glorify God.
vii. Idleness dehumanizes individuals.
viii. Christians should emulate Jesus’ example of hard work
ix. Idleness is a health hazard e.g. obesity, heart attack.
x. Idleness is a rebellion against God’s intention for human beings.
xi. Idleness retards the development of God giving talents.
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