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Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st May 2026 – No work, no food
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 21 May 2026 (Thursday)
Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide Devotional today. As you read, study and meditate, may the Lord Almighty reveal His essence to you in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st May 2026 Today’s Devotional
Topic: No work, no food
Opening Prayer
Help me dear Lord to meet with you as I meditate on your word in Jesus name
Bible Verse:
2 Thessalonians 3:6-18
Meditation Question
►Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st May 2026 Outline
The misinformation and confusion caused by false teachers in Thessalonica caused some believers to think that there was no need to work since Jesus was coming anytime. Paul was very strong in warning such people to a point developing a theme for people to be guided by, ‘No work, no food’ (v.10). Paul was not directing people to do what he does not do.
Notice how he and his fellow ministers live among Christians according to vs.7-10. They did this so they would not be a burden to the new converts, thus setting an example for all believers to follow especially, leaders. Laziness often turns people into busybodies. They talk too much and often become gossips and slanderers which would create divisions in the church. When you are busy, you have no time for unhealthy talk.
Laziness is an invitation to poverty (Proverbs 6:9-11; 20:4). Out of the sweat, we find our food and clothing otherwise we become beggars (Genesis 3:19). When you are lazy you live in sin and its destructive characteristics surround you.
Hatred, envy, covetousness, theft and murder are products of laziness. Employment may be an issue in your country but pray and look out for something you can do with your hands to earn your living and cause the name of God to be praised in your life.
Prayer: Pray for the young people and the unemployment situation in your country.
A YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
(DAY 141): 2 Sam. 22-23; Psalm 57.
