Think About It

Why should we live productive lives? What is the value in having a job and filling the remainder of our time with productive activities? Well, on one hand doing good things produces good results – we can make money, help people and make a positive difference by being involved in good works. Yet, there is another benefit to staying busy – it keeps us out of trouble. In addition to keeping us from doing illegal activities, it also helps us to avoid pitfalls in our social interactions. The Apostle Paul warned a certain group against inactivity by noting, “At the same time they also learn to be idle, as they go around from house to house; and not merely idle, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things not proper to mention.” (I Timothy 5:13-14). He commanded another group to work, then observed, “For we hear that some among you are leading an undisciplined life, doing no work at all, but acting like busybodies.” (II Thessalonians 3:11). Have you noticed how easy it is to