Having a job is a blessing from God. Thanks to the salary we earn we can buy the things we need. But working also benefits us in other areas. It enables us to productively use our God-given gifts and intelligence. Work, whether paid or voluntary, gives us the opportunity – and great satisfaction – to collaborate for the well-being of society and of all those around us.
Let’s look at some Bible verses that can help us show our gratitude. Let us thank God for his provision of work and pray that we have the attitude he desires at all times.
Verses to thank God for work
1. It is provision of God
So my God will provide you with everything you need, according to the glorious riches that he has in Christ Jesus.
(Philippians 4:19)
2. It helps me to have what I need and to prosper
What you earn with your hands, that you will eat; You will enjoy happiness and prosperity.
(Psalm 128:2)
3. It comes from God
Every good gift and every perfect gift descends from above, where is the Father who created the heavenly lights, and who does not change like the stars or move like the shadows.
(James 1:17)
4. It is part of my service to God
Serve willingly, as one who serves the Lord and not men, knowing that the Lord will reward each one for the good they have done, whether slave or free.
(Ephesians 6:7-8)
5. I must do it as unto the Lord
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
(Colossians 3:17)
6. It is for the glory of God
In conclusion, whether you eat or drink or do anything else, do it all for the glory of God.
(1 Corinthians 10:31)
7. It is a gift from God that I should enjoy
I know that there is nothing better for man than to rejoice and do good while he lives; and I also know that it is a gift from God that man eat or drink and enjoy all his efforts.
(Ecclesiastes 3:12-13)
What the Bible says about work
8. It gives me an opportunity to shine with the light of Christ
Shine your light before everyone, so that they can see your good deeds and praise the Father who is in heaven.
(Matthew 5:16)
9. I can enjoy the fruit of my labor
They will build houses and inhabit them; They will plant vineyards and eat their fruit.
(Isaiah 65:21)
10. It is a sign of prudence and brings blessing
He who tills his land will have abundant food, but he who daydreams is reckless.
(Proverbs 12:11)
Prayers of Thanks in the Bible
11. It helps us develop our leadership
He with diligent hands will rule; but the lazy will be subdued.
(Proverbs 12:24)
12. It is an award in itself
The lazy one does not catch prey, but the diligent one already possesses great wealth.
(Proverbs 12:27)
13. Has reward
Every effort has its reward, but remaining only in words leads to poverty.
(Proverbs 14:23)
14. It may be exhausting, but we will see the results
He who sows with tears reaps with joy. He who weeping scatters the seed, singing gathers the sheaves from him.
(Psalm 126:5-6)
15. We count on God’s help
Put all your works in the hands of the Lord, and your projects will be fulfilled.
(Proverbs 16:3)
16. Increase our circle of influence
Have you seen someone diligent in their work? He will rub elbows with kings, and he will never be a nobody.
(Proverbs 22:29)
17. We can ask for God’s favor and confirmation
May the favor of the Lord our God be upon us. He confirms in us the work of our hands; yes, he confirms the work of our hands.
(Psalm 90:17)
18. It gives us the right to receive and enjoy the fruits
The hard-working farmer has the right to receive part of the harvest first.
(2 Timothy 2:6)
Inspirational phrases to give thanks to God for everything