Every slothful man desires, but the hands of the active are diligent.

Desires kill the sluggard, for his hands do not choose to do anything.

Strive to enter through the narrow gate, because many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able.

Let us therefore be diligent to enter into that rest, lest anyone falls in the same example of disobedience.

But we desire that each one of you show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope until [the] end,

lest you become dull, but [become] imitators of those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

But also [for] this very reason, making every effort, provide with your faith virtue, and with virtue knowledge,

Therefore, brothers, be even more diligent to make your calling and election sure, for by doing these things you shall by no means stumble at any time.