8. What is characteristic of slothful persons?
“The slothful man saith, There is a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets.” Prov. 22:13.
Note.—That is, they see great obstacles before them, and are always ready with excuses.
9. What was the fate of the slothful servant?
“And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Matt. 25:30.
10. What was said to the servant who improved his talents?
“His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.” Verse 21.
11. Why did Christ endure the cruel death on the cross?
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Heb. 12:2.
12. What will bring to the Lord this satisfaction and joy?