Bible Verses About Work
Bible verses about Work
Understanding work through the lens of scripture reveals its profound purpose beyond mere labor. It's a divine calling, a way to participate in God's creative and sustaining work in the world. Examining these verses illuminates how our efforts, whether grand or humble, can reflect God's character and contribute to His Kingdom. Work becomes an act of worship, imbued with meaning and dignity when approached with diligence, integrity, and a spirit of service. As we delve into these passages, may we gain a deeper appreciation for the value of honest labor and its potential to bless ourselves and others, ultimately glorifying God in all that we do.
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I go the way of all the earth: be thou strong therefore, and shew thyself a man;
And keep the charge of the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, to keep his statutes, and his commandments, and his judgments, and his testimonies, as it is written in the law of Moses, that thou mayest prosper in all that thou doest, and whithersoever thou turnest thyself:
And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.
Scripture Passages
Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening.
My words shall be of the uprightness of my heart: and my lips shall utter knowledge clearly.
He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain:
All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen. It was written to Titus, ordained the first bishop of the church of the Cretians, from Nicopolis of Macedonia.
And the men said unto Lot, Hast thou here any besides? son in law, and thy sons, and thy daughters, and whatsoever thou hast in the city, bring them out of this place:
And Lot went out, and spake unto his sons in law, which married his daughters, and said, Up, get you out of this place; for the Lord will destroy this city. But he seemed as one that mocked unto his sons in law.
Have we not power to lead about a sister, a wife, as well as other apostles, and as the brethren of the Lord, and Cephas?
Or I only and Barnabas, have not we power to forbear working?
For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves;
Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
Now Moses in the law commanded us, that such should be stoned: but what sayest thou?
For the law maketh men high priests which have infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was since the law, maketh the Son, who is consecrated for evermore.
And Hiram made the lavers, and the shovels, and the basons. So Hiram made an end of doing all the work that he made king Solomon for the house of the Lord:
Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication.
Fear not, thou worm Jacob, and ye men of Israel; I will help thee, saith the Lord, and thy redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.
Produce your cause, saith the Lord; bring forth your strong reasons, saith the King of Jacob.
I had no rest in my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.
And if he that sanctified it will redeem his house, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be his.
And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be assured to him.
And he made a vail of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubims made he it of cunning work.
For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.
Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom.
Who knoweth not in all these that the hand of the Lord hath wrought this?
Wherefore if they shall say unto you, Behold, he is in the desert; go not forth: behold, he is in the secret chambers; believe it not.
And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.
A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.
So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul: when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off.
Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
The moon and stars to rule by night: for his mercy endureth for ever.
To him that smote Egypt in their firstborn: for his mercy endureth for ever:
If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.
And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear?
In the Lord put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain?
And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.
And when they heard it, they glorified the Lord, and said unto him, Thou seest, brother, how many thousands of Jews there are which believe; and they are all zealous of the law:
Blessed is the man whom thou chastenest, O Lord, and teachest him out of thy law;
But do thou for me, O God the Lord, for thy name’s sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.
Help me, O Lord my God: O save me according to thy mercy:
And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him.
The Bible's multifaceted perspective on work reveals it as more than just a means of sustenance; it's a divine calling, a source of dignity, and an opportunity to reflect God's creative nature. From the creation mandate in Genesis to the practical wisdom of Proverbs and the apostolic exhortations in the New Testament, the verses explored highlight the importance of diligence, honesty, and excellence in our labor. Ultimately, our work should be viewed as an act of worship, a way to serve others, and a testament to God's grace in our lives. Reflecting on these biblical principles can transform our perspective on work, leading us to approach our daily tasks with renewed purpose and a desire to honor God in all that we do. May we strive to integrate these teachings into our work ethic, finding fulfillment not only in the results of our labor but also in the process of working faithfully for God's glory.