Bible Verses About Success

"This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success."

"Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established."

"And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper."

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."

"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."

"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."

"And the Lord shall make thee the head, and not the tail; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath."

"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings."

"Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth."

What does the Bible say about success?

The world measures success by wealth, fame, and power. God measures it by faithfulness, obedience, and love. Key King James Version passages include Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 16:3, Psalm 1:3. This page collects 10 KJV verses about success, each quoted in full.

Does God want me to be successful?

God desires your success, but He defines it differently than the world. Joshua 1:8 ties success to meditating on and obeying God's Word. Third John 1:2 wishes prosperity alongside spiritual health. God wants you to flourish—spiritually, relationally, and practically—as you walk in His will.

What is the key to biblical success?

Joshua 1:8 gives the clearest blueprint: meditate on God's Word day and night and obey it. Psalm 1:3 adds that the person who delights in God's law prospers in everything. Biblical success flows from a deep relationship with God and faithful obedience to His Word.

How does God define success?

God's definition of success differs radically from the world's. Joshua 1:8 ties success to meditating on God's Word. Matthew 25:21 defines it as hearing 'Well done, thou good and faithful servant.' Biblical success is faithfulness, not fame — obedience, not outcomes.

Does God want all Christians to be successful?

God desires spiritual fruitfulness for all believers (John 15:8), but His definition of success differs from the world's. Faithfulness, not fame or wealth, is the measure—'Well done, good and faithful servant' (Matthew 25:21).