Apologia Church

The "Secret" to Success

Jan 6, 2026
Dive into the practical wisdom of Proverbs as the speaker explores the balance between diligence and sloth. Discover the life-altering potential of Proverbs 20:13 and learn how excessive comfort leads to spiritual and material poverty. Reflect on the health benefits of sleep and how it intertwines with resurrection imagery. The discussion also tackles modern distractions, including smartphone addiction and the lure of entertainment, encouraging listeners to actively combat idleness and pursue diligent, meaningful work.
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INSIGHT

Wakefulness Links To Provision

  • The proverb frames loving sleep as a path to poverty and waking as a path to provision.
  • Jeff Durbin says this principle applies broadly to work, finance, and spiritual life.
ADVICE

Use Sleep Without Idolizing It

  • Don't treat sleep itself as sinful but avoid loving excessive rest or idleness.
  • Use sleep as necessary refreshment, not an idol that steals your time or purpose.
ANECDOTE

Argentina Siesta Story

  • Jeff Durbin recounts arriving in Argentina and discovering the siesta culture after a long flight.
  • He uses the story to show naps aren't sinful but context matters for loving rest.
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