What does the Bible say about work and family?
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The Bible teaches that work and family are gifts and callings through which believers serve the Lord, love others, and reflect God’s fatherly care. Colossians 3:23-24 calls Christians to work wholeheartedly, not merely for human approval, because Christ is the true Master who gives an eternal inheritance. Colossians 3:17 extends this principle to every part of life, directing believers to act in Jesus’ name with thankful hearts. In family life, Psalm 103:13 portrays the Lord as a compassionate Father, providing a pattern of tender, patient care. Though sin brings strain to both work and home, God graciously enables his people to serve faithfully by faith.
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- Colossians 3:23-24
[23] And whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, [24] knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.
- Colossians 3:17
Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father, through him.
- Psalms 103:13
Like a father has compassion on his children, So Yahweh has compassion on those who fear him.
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