Diligence (Proverbs 12:24) I. Introduction II. God Requires Diligence • Seeking him. • Obeying him. • Listening and yielding to Him. • Striving after perfection. • Cultivating Christian graces. • Keeping the soul. • Keeping the heart. • Labors of love. • Following every good work. • Guarding against defilement. • Seeking to be found spotless. • Making our call and election sure. • Self-examination. • Lawful business. • Instructing children. • Discharging official duties. III. Gods People Should Excel in Diligence IN THE SERVICE OF GOD • Keep on keeping on • Is not in vain. • Preserves from evil. • Leads to confident hope. GOD REWARDS DILIGENCE • FAVOR, PROSPERITY and HONOR ILLUSTRATION (Proverbs 6:6-8) IV. Application
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