Work is a central aspect of human life, mentioned numerous times throughout the Bible. The Bible speak the importance and nature of work. Bible verses that speak about work, encouragement, and instructions on how we should approach our work with diligence, integrity, and dedication.
List of Bible Verses about Work:
- Genesis 2:15 (NIV) - "The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it."
- Proverbs 14:23 (NIV) - "All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty."
- Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV) - "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."
- Ecclesiastes 9:10 (NIV) - "Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom."
- 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV) - "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
- Proverbs 12:11 (NIV) - "Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense."
- Ephesians 4:28 (NIV) - "Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need."
- Proverbs 16:3 (NIV) - "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans."
- Proverbs 10:4 (NIV) - "Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth."
- Proverbs 13:4 (NIV) - "A sluggard’s appetite is never filled, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied."
- 2 Thessalonians 3:10 (NIV) - "For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: 'The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.'"
- Proverbs 22:29 (NIV) - "Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank."
- 1 Timothy 5:8 (NIV) - "Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."
- Psalm 90:17 (NIV) - "May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us— yes, establish the work of our hands."
- James 2:17 (NIV) - "In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."
- Proverbs 6:6-8 (NIV) - "Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest."
- 1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV) - "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God."
- Matthew 5:16 (NIV) - "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
- Proverbs 24:27 (NIV) - "Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house."
- Proverbs 21:5 (NIV) - "The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty."
- Titus 2:7-8 (NIV) - "In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us."
- 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 (NIV) - "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody."
- Matthew 6:24 (NIV) - "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money."
- Luke 10:7 (NIV) - "Stay there, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to house."
- Deuteronomy 15:10 (NIV) - "Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to."
- Galatians 6:9 (NIV) - "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
- Proverbs 14:4 (NIV) - "Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests."
- Romans 12:11 (NIV) - "Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord."
- Proverbs 11:14 (NIV) - "For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers."
- 1 Peter 4:10-11 (NIV) - "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen."
These Bible verses provide valuable insights into the importance of work, the attitude we should have towards it, and the blessings that come from diligent labor.
