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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Diligence in Labor</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/d/diligence_in_labor.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/proverbs/10-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/d/diligence.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Diligence in Labor</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/d/diligence_in_god's_work.htm" title="Diligence in God's Work">◄</a> Diligence in Labor <a href="/topical/d/diligence_in_leadership.htm" title="Diligence in Leadership">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Diligence in labor is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, emphasizing the importance of hard work, perseverance, and dedication in one's endeavors. The Scriptures consistently highlight the virtues of diligence, contrasting them with the pitfalls of laziness and sloth.<br><br><b>Old Testament Insights</b><br><br>The Old Testament provides numerous examples and teachings on the value of diligence. In the book of Proverbs, wisdom literature frequently extols the benefits of hard work. <a href="/proverbs/10-4.htm">Proverbs 10:4</a> states, "Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth." This verse underscores the direct correlation between diligence and prosperity, suggesting that hard work is a pathway to material and spiritual blessings.<br><br><a href="/proverbs/12-24.htm">Proverbs 12:24</a> further reinforces this idea: "The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor." Here, diligence is associated with leadership and authority, while laziness leads to subjugation and hardship. The diligent are portrayed as those who rise to positions of influence and responsibility.<br><br>The account of Joseph in Genesis is a narrative that exemplifies diligence in labor. Despite facing numerous adversities, Joseph's unwavering commitment to his duties, whether as a servant in Potiphar's house or as a prisoner, ultimately leads to his elevation as a ruler in Egypt. His life illustrates how God honors and rewards diligent work.<br><br><b>New Testament Teachings</b><br><br>In the New Testament, the theme of diligence is echoed in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. Jesus, in His parables, often commends those who are faithful and industrious. The Parable of the Talents (<a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a>) is a poignant example, where the servants who diligently invest and multiply their master's resources are praised and rewarded, while the one who buries his talent out of fear and laziness is reprimanded.<br><br>The Apostle Paul also emphasizes the importance of diligence in his epistles. In <a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23-24</a>, he writes, "Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men, because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." Paul encourages believers to approach their work with wholehearted dedication, viewing it as service to the Lord rather than merely human obligation.<br><br>In <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-10.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:10</a>, Paul addresses the issue of idleness, stating, "For even while we were with you, we gave you this command: If anyone is unwilling to work, he shall not eat." This directive highlights the expectation of personal responsibility and the necessity of contributing to one's community through diligent labor.<br><br><b>Spiritual Implications</b><br><br>Diligence in labor is not solely about physical or economic productivity; it also carries spiritual implications. The Bible presents work as a form of stewardship, where individuals are called to manage their God-given talents and resources effectively. Diligence is seen as an expression of faithfulness to God's calling and an act of worship.<br><br>Moreover, diligence in labor is linked to character development. <a href="/romans/5-3.htm">Romans 5:3-4</a> speaks to the transformative power of perseverance: "Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." Through diligent effort, believers cultivate virtues such as patience, resilience, and hope.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>The biblical perspective on diligence in labor is clear: it is a virtue that leads to prosperity, authority, and spiritual growth. By embracing diligence, believers align themselves with God's purposes, honor Him through their work, and contribute positively to their communities.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/d/diligence.htm">Diligence</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/d/diligence_in_temporal_matters_leads_to_favor.htm">Diligence in Temporal Matters Leads to Favor</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/d/diligence_in_temporal_matters,_leads_to_favour.htm">Diligence in Temporal Matters, Leads to Favour</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/d/diligence_in_temporal_matters,_leads_to_honor.htm">Diligence in Temporal Matters, Leads to Honor</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/d/diligence_in_temporal_matters,_leads_to_prosperity.htm">Diligence in Temporal Matters, Leads to Prosperity</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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