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Bible verses for starting a new job
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The first weeks in a new role are mostly about not yet knowing things. That is uncomfortable and entirely normal.
These passages combine two threads: beginning something, and doing work carefully. Neither promises the job will go well, which is rather the point of reading them at the start.
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23And whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, 24knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.
Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
Commit your deeds to the LORD, and your plans shall succeed.
Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will serve kings. He won’t serve obscure men.
Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.
Let the favour of the Lord our God be on us. Establish the work of our hands for us. Yes, establish the work of our hands.
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible British Edition, which is in the public domain. “World English Bible” is a trademark of eBible.org.