Proverbs 10:3-4 (ESV)
3 The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry,
but he thwarts the craving of the wicked.
4 A slack hand causes poverty,
but the hand of the diligent makes rich.
The hunger Solomon speaks of represents the appetites and desires of life. Even the deepest longings of the woman who has made peace with God through Jesus are satisfied. Her soul is whole, well, and reconciled to her Creator. God sees to it that provision will be made for his people, and no matter what hardship the righteous may experience, they are spiritually rich. In contrast, the wicked man will never be genuinely content, no matter how much he attains in this life. He chases after things that cannot fill the God-shaped hole in his heart, and he simply cannot be at ease. Physical lack often results from laziness, but through self-discipline and persistence, the determined acquire things of genuine and lasting value. Do you consider yourself a hard worker? What about in your church? Are you making an impact for the Lord and his kingdom? God prospers those who are diligent, so don’t grow weary of doing good.