Top 25 Scriptures for Employment

 

Employment

Work is more than a means of provision—it is a calling entrusted to us by God. Throughout Scripture, labor is presented as purposeful, honorable, and guided by the Lord’s wisdom. Whether you are seeking employment, growing in your current role, building a business, or simply striving to work faithfully, God’s Word offers encouragement, direction, and assurance. These 25 scriptures remind us that diligence is rewarded, provision comes from the Lord, and our work, when committed to Him, has eternal value.

1. Genesis 2:15- "And the LORD God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it."
2. Proverbs 16:3- "Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established."
3. Colossians 3:23- "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men."
4. Ecclesiastes 9:10- "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might…"
5. Proverbs 22:29- "Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings…"
6. Psalm 90:17-"And let the beauty of the LORD our God be upon us: and establish thou the work of our hands upon us."
7. Proverbs 14:23-"In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury."
8. 2 Thessalonians 3:10-"If any would not work, neither should he eat."
9. Proverbs 10:4-"He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich."
10. Matthew 6:33-"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
11. Psalm 127:1-"Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it…"
12. Deuteronomy 8:18-"But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth…"
13. Proverbs 3:5–6-"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart… and he shall direct thy paths."
14. Psalm 37:5-"Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass."
15. 1 Corinthians 15:58-"Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord…"
16. Proverbs 21:5-"The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness…"
17. Luke 16:10-"He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much…"
18. Psalm 128:2-"For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee."
19. Ephesians 2:10-"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works…"
20. Hebrews 6:10-"For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love…"
21. Proverbs 6:6-"Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise."
22. Psalm 75:6–7-"For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west… But God is the judge…"
23. Proverbs 12:11-"He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread…"
24. Ecclesiastes 3:13-"Every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it is the gift of God."
25. Jeremiah 29:11-"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD… to give you an expected end."

🕊️ Conclusion:

As you meditate on these scriptures, let them strengthen your faith and renew your perspective on work and provision. God sees every effort, honors faithfulness, and establishes the work done in obedience to Him. May these verses encourage you to trust God with your career, remain diligent in every season, and walk confidently in the purpose He has placed upon your life.

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