Hard work and diligence are highly valued in the Bible, with many passages encouraging believers to approach their labor with integrity and purpose. In 1 Corinthians, Paul urges Christians to be steadfast and immovable in their work, knowing that their efforts are not in vain. The apostle also reminds believers in Ephesians to work honestly and provide for their own needs, while Acts records Jesus' teaching that it is more blessed to give than to receive. Additionally, Proverbs and Colossians emphasize the importance of diligent labor, with Colossians instructing workers to do everything with enthusiasm and dedication, as if working for the Lord Himself.
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Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing good with his own hands, that he may have something to share with the one in need.
In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men,
For God is not unjust. He will not forget your work and the love you have shown for His name as you have ministered to the saints and continue to do so.
Do not work for food that perishes, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on Him God the Father has placed His seal of approval.”
and to aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you.