2 Thessalonians 3:11

11 And now we're getting reports that a bunch of lazy good-for-nothings are taking advantage of you.

2 Thessalonians 3:11 In-Context

9 And it wasn't because we didn't have a right to your support; we did. We simply wanted to provide an example of diligence, hoping it would prove contagious.
10 Don't you remember the rule we had when we lived with you? "If you don't work, you don't eat."
11 And now we're getting reports that a bunch of lazy good-for-nothings are taking advantage of you.
12 This must not be tolerated. We command them to get to work immediately - no excuses, no arguments - and earn their own keep.
13 Friends, don't slack off in doing your duty.
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