2 Thessalonians 3:4-12

We have confidence in the LORD concerning you, that you are doing, and will continue to do what we commanded; and that the LORD will guide your hearts into the love of GOD, and into the enduring patience of CHRIST. Now we command you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our LORD, JESUS CHRIST, to withdraw from every believer who is idle, walking in rebellion, instead of living the way we taught you to live. You yourselves know how you ought to act - like us! For we were not idle or rebellious among you, and we never ate anyone's food without paying for it. On the contrary, we worked night and day so as to not be a burden on any of you. Not because we do not have the authority, but to make ourselves an example for you to follow. Remember that while we were with you we gave you this command: "If any one is not willing to work, then do not let them eat." For we hear that some among you are idle, living in rebellion, not working at all; yet still find time to be busybodies. Now to those who are acting this way, we command and exhort you in the name of our LORD, JESUS CHRIST, to get to work! Support yourselves and be quiet about it.