Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Work"
Work is a God-given calling established before the fall. Scripture commands diligent, honest labor as service to God — 'Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord' — and condemns laziness.
Work is a God-given calling established before the fall. Scripture commands diligent, honest labor as service to God — 'Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord' — and condemns laziness.
"Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men." — Colossians 3:23 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Work?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men."
"The hand of the diligent maketh rich."
"If any would not work, neither should he eat."
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