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Meditation

Proverbs 10:4 teaches us that diligence might not make much of a difference at the time, but add up over the long-term. The fool in this proverb is lazy and never gets started. But the wise person understands the compound of nature of diligence.

Proverbs 10:4 is a testament to the age-old wisdom about the importance of diligence and the perils of laziness. At face value, the acts of diligence we put in every day might seem minute and inconsequential. It's like placing a single brick each day — it might not seem like you're making much progress. However, it's the cumulative effect that truly matters.

The fool, as depicted in the proverb, is emblematic of those who procrastinate or avoid effort, thinking that success can be achieved without consistent effort. Such individuals wait for the perfect moment, which seldom arrives. Conversely, the wise recognize the compounding nature of diligence. They understand that the smallest efforts, when summed over time, can lead to monumental results.

Consider the concept of improving by just one percent every day. It may seem like a negligible amount, but when this one percent is accumulated over a year, the growth is exponential. In a year, rather than just becoming 365% better, you end up improving by a whopping 3,700%. This demonstrates the immense power of persistence and consistency. As the proverb implies, it's not about the instant gratification but the long-term rewards that come from unwavering diligence.

Prayer

Lord, help us to do the little things right every day.

Application question

What can you get one percent better at?

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