“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” – Colossians 3:17
Bible Verses About Being Successful
Proverbs 16:3 – Letting God guide our plans leads to success.
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3
Joshua 1:8 – Success comes through consistent meditation on God’s Word.
“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” – Joshua 1:8
Philippians 4:13 – Through Christ, we find strength and success.
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Proverbs 21:5 – Planning leads to abundance, but hasty actions lead to loss.
“The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” – Proverbs 21:5
Psalm 37:4 – Finding delight in the Lord brings success.
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” – Psalm 37:4
Matthew 7:7 – Asking, seeking, and knocking leads to answers.
“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
Romans 8:37 – Believers are more than conquerors through Him.
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” – Romans 8:37
Proverbs 22:29 – Diligence in work leads to success and prominence.
“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before ordinary people.” – Proverbs 22:29
1 Corinthians 15:58 – Our labor in the Lord is never in vain.
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” – 1 Corinthians 15:58
Deuteronomy 8:18 – Remember the Lord for He gives you the ability to produce wealth.
“But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth.” – Deuteronomy 8:18
Psalms 1:2-3 – Meditating on God’s law leads to fruitful success.
“But whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither.” – Psalms 1:2-3
Isaiah 48:17 – The Lord teaches us to profit and guides us.
“This is what the Lord says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: ‘I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.’” – Isaiah 48:17
2 Chronicles 26:5 – Seeking God leads towards success and helps us thrive.
“He sought God during the days of Zechariah, who instructed him in the fear of God. As long as he sought the Lord, God gave him success.” – 2 Chronicles 26:5
Galatians 6:9 – Don’t grow weary in doing good for great things come.
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Psalms 90:17 – The work of our hands is established by God.
“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.” – Psalms 90:17
Proverbs 10:4 – Diligent hands lead to wealth.
“Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.” – Proverbs 10:4
Romans 12:11 – Never be lacking in zeal but keep your spiritual fervor.
“Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” – Romans 12:11
James 1:5 – Wisdom from God brings success and guidance.
“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
Hebrews 10:36 – Perseverance leads to the promise.
“You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” – Hebrews 10:36
1 Thessalonians 5:24 – He who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.
“The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:24
Colossians 3:23-24 – Working with all your heart for God leads to inheritance.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.” – Colossians 3:23-24
Luke 16:10 – Faithfulness in small things leads to greater opportunities.
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” – Luke 16:10
Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine before others to glorify God.
“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
Proverbs 13:21 – Good things come to those who seek righteousness.
“Trouble pursues the sinner, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous.” – Proverbs 13:21
Exodus 23:25 – Serving the Lord brings blessings and success.
“Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you.” – Exodus 23:25
Psalms 1:1-3 – A blessed person delights in the law of the Lord.
“Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord.” – Psalms 1:1-3
Matthew 25:21 – Faithful servants are rewarded with joy.
“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. Come and share your master’s happiness!'” – Matthew 25:21
Proverbs 19:21 – Many plans can be made, but God’s purpose prevails.
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” – Proverbs 19:21
Final Thoughts
Finding success according to the Bible goes beyond just material gain. It’s about aligning our actions with God’s teachings and seeking His guidance in everything we do. We should remember that diligence, commitment, and faith lead to true success. By putting our trust in God, we can confidently walk towards our goals, knowing He is supporting us every step of the way. Each verse reminds us that a heart focused on God will see success, not just in achievements, but in joy and fulfillment in service to others.
If you’re eager to learn even more about the Scriptures, there’s plenty to dive into. Explore ideas on Jesus’ sacrifice or read about drawing closer to God. Don’t hesitate to check out the Bible verses on perseverance as well!
Remember, we’re on this journey together to grow in faith and understanding.