Tools are more than objects; they are symbols of preparation, purpose, and progress. The Bible mentions tools in different ways to teach us spiritual lessons. Today, we’ll explore how tools can point us to God’s work in our lives.
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Bible Verses About Tools
Proverbs 27:17 – Iron sharpens iron
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17
Ecclesiastes 9:10 – Whatever your hand finds to do
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.” – Ecclesiastes 9:10
Colossians 3:23 – Work heartily as for the Lord
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
1 Corinthians 3:9 – We are co-workers in God’s service
“For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.” – 1 Corinthians 3:9
James 1:5 – If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5
Romans 12:7 – If your gift is serving, serve
“If your gift is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.” – Romans 12:7
Proverbs 16:3 – Commit your work to the Lord
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3
Luke 14:28 – Count the cost before building
“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?” – Luke 14:28
Matthew 25:14-30 – The Parable of the Talents
“For it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted to them his property.” – Matthew 25:14
1 Thessalonians 5:12 – Respect those who work hard among you
“Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:12
Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13
Proverbs 24:27 – Prepare your work outside
“Prepare your work outside; get everything ready for yourself in the field, and after that build your house.” – Proverbs 24:27
2 Timothy 2:15 – Do your best to present yourself to God
“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:15
Exodus 31:3-5 – God fills with the Spirit of God
“And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze.” – Exodus 31:3-5
Isaiah 28:26 – His God instructs him
“His God instructs him and teaches him the right way.” – Isaiah 28:26
Matthew 7:7 – Ask, seek, knock
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7
Philippians 1:6 – He who began a good work in you
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6
1 Peter 4:10 – Each of you should use whatever gift
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10
Proverbs 12:11 – Those who work their land will have abundant food
“Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense.” – Proverbs 12:11
2 Corinthians 9:8 – God is able to bless you abundantly
“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” – 2 Corinthians 9:8
Galatians 6:4 – Each one should test their own actions
“Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else.” – Galatians 6:4
Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
Hebrews 13:16 – Do not forget to do good
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” – Hebrews 13:16
1 Timothy 6:18 – They are to do good, to be rich in good works
“They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share.” – 1 Timothy 6:18
James 4:17 – If anyone then knows the good they ought to do
“If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.” – James 4:17
Matthew 25:21 – Well done, good and faithful servant
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.” – Matthew 25:21
Proverbs 3:6 – In all your ways submit to him
“In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:6
Psalm 90:17 – Establish the work of our hands
“May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.” – Psalm 90:17