The soul of the sluggard desires and has nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.

The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands have refused to work.

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

Let us therefore be diligent to enter into that rest, that no one fall according to the same example of disobedience.

And we desire that each one of you show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope unto the end,

that you do not become slothful, but imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, supply with your faith virtue, with virtue knowledge,

Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make sure of your calling and election, for if you do these things you will not ever stumble;