What does the Bible say about jobs?
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The Bible teaches that ordinary work is a good gift from God, to be received with gratitude, pursued diligently, and offered for his glory rather than as the source of our ultimate identity or security. Ecclesiastes 2:24 commends enjoying food, drink, and labor as gifts from God’s hand. Proverbs 22:29 honors skillful diligence, while 2 Thessalonians 3:10 warns against willful idleness and calls believers to responsible service. Yet our labor depends on the Lord’s favor, as Psalm 90:17 prays that he would establish the work of our hands. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds God’s people that even in difficult circumstances, his sovereign purposes are hopeful and good.
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- Ecclesiastes 2:24 9 votes
There is nothing better for a man than that he should eat and drink, and make his soul enjoy good in his labor. This also I saw, that it is from the hand of God.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:10 7 votes
For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: "If anyone will not work, neither let him eat."
- Proverbs 22:29 3 votes
Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve kings; He won't serve obscure men.
- Psalms 90:17 2 votes
Let the favor of the Lord our God be on us; Establish the work of our hands for us; Yes, establish the work of our hands.
- Jeremiah 29:11 2 votes
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.
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