Carpenters are a beautiful symbol in the Bible, reminding us of Jesus’ humble beginnings and creative power. Today, we’ll explore what Scripture says about carpentry and its deeper meanings.
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Bible Verses About Carpenters
Matthew 13:55 – Jesus, the carpenter’s son
“Isn’t this the carpenter’s son? Isn’t his mother’s name Mary, and aren’t his brothers James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas?” – Matthew 13:55
Mark 6:3 – A carpenter’s humble beginnings
“Isn’t this the carpenter, the son of Mary and the brother of James, Joseph, Judas and Simon? Aren’t his sisters here with us?” – Mark 6:3
Luke 2:52 – Jesus grew in wisdom and stature
“And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” – Luke 2:52
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
Proverbs 22:29 – Diligent work leads to greatness
“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.” – Proverbs 22:29
Ephesians 2:10 – Created for good works
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
Acts 18:3 – Paul, a tentmaker
“And because he was a tentmaker as they were, he stayed and worked with them.” – Acts 18:3
1 Corinthians 3:9 – We are God’s fellow workers
“For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.” – 1 Corinthians 3:9
Proverbs 31:31 – Honor the work of our hands
“Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.” – Proverbs 31:31
Hebrews 3:4 – God is a master builder
“For every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything.” – Hebrews 3:4
Isaiah 64:8 – God as our potter
“Yet you, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” – Isaiah 64:8
Romans 12:1 – Offering our bodies as living sacrifices
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.” – Romans 12:1
Philippians 4:13 – Strength through Christ
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Deuteronomy 20:4 – God fights for us
“For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory.” – Deuteronomy 20:4
John 14:13 – Whatever we ask in His name
“And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” – John 14:13
1 Peter 4:10 – Use your gifts to serve others
“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
2 Thessalonians 3:10 – Work to eat
“For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: ‘The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.’” – 2 Thessalonians 3:10
Psalms 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.” – Psalms 90:17
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. Come and share your master’s happiness!'” – Matthew 25:21
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
Galatians 6:9 – Do not grow weary in doing good
“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
1 Thessalonians 4:11 – Aspire to live quietly and work
“And to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands, just as we told you.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:11
James 1:22 – Be doers of the word
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” – James 1:22
Proverbs 14:23 – Hard work brings a profit
“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.” – Proverbs 14:23
Isaiah 28:26 – Skillful work in God’s creation
“His God instructs him and teaches him the right way.” – Isaiah 28:26
Luke 19:13 – Engage in business until I return
“So he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Put this money to work,’ he said, ‘until I come back.’” – Luke 19:13
1 Corinthians 15:58 – Stand firm in your work for the Lord
“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
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
Romans 16:6 – Work hard in the Lord
“Greet Mary, who worked very hard for you.” – Romans 16:6
Proverbs 12:11 – Those who work their land will have abundance
“Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense.” – Proverbs 12:11
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