In the context of a biblical worldview, the concept of "our career" is not explicitly mentioned in Scripture, yet the principles surrounding work, vocation, and calling are deeply embedded within the biblical narrative. The Bible provides guidance on how believers should approach their careers, emphasizing diligence, integrity, and the pursuit of God's glory in all endeavors.

Work as a Divine Mandate

The foundation for understanding our career begins in Genesis, where work is established as a divine mandate. In Genesis 2:15 , it is written, "Then the LORD God took the man and placed him in the Garden of Eden to cultivate and keep it." This passage highlights that work is part of God's original design for humanity, intended for stewardship and productivity.

Vocation and Calling

The New Testament further develops the idea of vocation, suggesting that each believer has a unique calling. In Ephesians 4:1 , Paul urges, "I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received." This calling encompasses all aspects of life, including one's career, and is to be pursued with a sense of purpose and dedication to God's will.

Diligence and Integrity

The Bible consistently emphasizes the importance of diligence and integrity in one's work. Proverbs 22:29 states, "Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men." This proverb underscores the value of skill and excellence, suggesting that diligent work is honored and rewarded.

Colossians 3:23-24 further instructs, "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." This passage calls believers to work wholeheartedly, recognizing that their ultimate service is to Christ, not merely to human employers.

Balancing Work and Rest

While diligence is encouraged, the Bible also teaches the importance of rest. The principle of the Sabbath, as seen in Exodus 20:8-10 , "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God," reminds believers of the need for balance between work and rest, acknowledging God's provision and sovereignty.

Impact and Witness

A believer's career is also a platform for witness and impact. Matthew 5:16 exhorts, "In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Through ethical conduct and excellence in their careers, Christians can reflect God's character and draw others to Him.

Contentment and Trust

Finally, the Bible encourages contentment and trust in God's provision regarding career and material needs. Philippians 4:11-13 expresses this sentiment: "I am not saying this out of need, for I have learned to be content regardless of my circumstances. I know how to live humbly, and I know how to abound. I am accustomed to any and every situation—to being filled and being hungry, to having plenty and having need. I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." This passage highlights the sufficiency of Christ in all circumstances, including one's career journey.

In summary, while the Bible does not specifically address "our career" as a modern concept, it provides timeless principles that guide believers in their vocational pursuits, encouraging them to work diligently, maintain integrity, balance work with rest, and use their careers as a means to glorify God and serve others.1 Corinthians 10:31
Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
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it will be our ministry To watch o'er others here; 3 To ...
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The Career of the Antichrist
... attempt to give now a brief outline of the leading events in his career. ... to the rank
of national Dictator, has been forcibly exhibited before our own eyes in ...
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Philip the Evangelist
... Some of us perhaps may have had gleams, at the beginning of our career, that seemed
to give hope of fields of activity more brilliant and of work far better ...
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How to Know the Will of God
... to this by meditation, by self-examination, by consecration, and by the Holy Spirit's
power, we may b God, God's will may come out in our career at every ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/the ideal life/how to know the will.htm

On the Coming of Our Lord in the Flesh; Its Nature and Cause.
... commission to his Son to direct the course of human life, that they who have passed
a career of virtue and ... [3428] Thus do we render thanks to thee, our God and ...
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What is God's Will?
... affects our character. But this affects something more. It affects our career.
And this is an important distinction. A man's career ...
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The Revelation and Career of the Anti-Christ.
... to prove that the Anti-christ will be a reincarnation of Judas our next Scripture ...
The remarkable career of the Anti-christ is sketched in a number of different ...
/.../pink/the redeemers return/4 the revelation and career.htm

Going to the Father
... For such words embalm the past for us. They have become ours by a natural selection
throughout our career of all that is richest and deepest in our experience. ...
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The Hallowing of Work and of Rest
... Most of us will not have many large occasions of trial and conflict in our career;
and, if God's fighting for us is not available in regard to the small ...
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Fourth Tractate. Our Tutelary Spirit.
... us here or there; it operates during the lifetime; when we cease to live, our death
hands over to another principle this energy of our own personal career. ...
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