Everything for God: 29 Bible Verses for Doing Your Best
Do you feel like what you’re doing for God doesn’t matter? These Bible verses about doing everything for God will prove it’s important!
I was living my dream life every day, but something inside me cried out for more. The image I had built up in my mind didn’t quite measure up to the actual day-to-day of this life. And I was left feeling discouraged and underwhelmed.
From the time I was a young girl, I always dreamed of being a mom. And I longed to stay at home with my kids. And then it happened. I was living every day in the life I always hoped and prayed I’d have; staying home with my two boys and eventually homeschooling them.
But something was missing. I was not happy. Being a mom didn’t offer me the fulfillment I always hoped it would. Instead, I was left feeling like I was missing out. Like I should be doing more.
By all outside appearances, I wasn’t doing anything to contribute to society–and even worse (in my mind) I was not contributing anything to God’s kingdom.
What I need was a HUGE mindset shift to change my perspective and show me what really matters–and what doesn’t.
It’s Not About Me
Many of us face situations in life when we feel like what we’re doing just doesn’t matter. Our hard work feels invisible. No matter how much time or effort we put into the jobs we’re doing, no one seems to notice.
We feel it especially when it comes to motherhood and homeschooling. The task of raising and homeschooling our kids goes on for years. And we often don’t see the fruits of our labors for a very, very long time.
When the days are long and hard, when we’ve struggled through fractions and sentence diagramming and rudimentary art projects, we just want someone to notice. Our hearts long for someone to say, “You did a good job.”
But chances are, no one is going to say it. Even when a loving husband takes the time to offer his appreciation, it still feels like it’s just not enough.
The truth is, God does not call us to do things to receive glory or gratitude for ourselves. Sure, those things are great, but are we willing to do good works for God’s glory, if no one ever notices?
The most important lesson to learn about serving in God’s kingdom is nothing is done for our own honor. When we learn the things we are doing, no matter how small or big, are for the glory of God, we will have a mindset shift that can change our attitudes and actions every day.
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Called to Do Everything for God
When we think of God calling someone, our minds go to Samuel in the Old Testament. He heard the call of the Lord in the night and responded, “Speak thy servant heareth.” (1 Samuel 3:10)
Or, we think of Apostle Paul, who saw a great light on the Damascus road and heard God calling to him. He was (quite literally) blinded by the light and gave his life to God. (Acts 9)
But just because your calling is silent, doesn’t make it any less real. God calls all of His children to do something for Him. Just because you aren’t a pastor, missionary, or Sunday School teacher, your calling is no less valid.
Serving God as a mother in your home, and teaching your children biblical principles is just as important as preaching the Gospel from a pulpit. Maybe even more so.
When you feel like you’re just not doing enough, remember God sees every little thing, including the attitude behind the actions, and He will reward you accordingly.
How to Do Your Best for God
As Christians and mamas, we often ask ourselves, “How can I do my best for God?” This question may seem daunting, but with the guidance of God’s word, we can see it is not only possible but also incredibly fulfilling.
I’m not telling you God’s work is always easy. In fact, sometimes it’s really hard. But when we are doing our best for the Lord Jesus Christ, we have the Holy Spirit to lead and guide us. We can be diligent and not give up because we know He sees and rewards our efforts just as much as the final product.
The Bible is full of verses about doing everything for God, from Colossians 3:23-24, “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ,” to 1 Corinthians 10:31, “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.”
These verses serve as simple reminders as we go about our daily lives that we should be striving to do our best for God. It may be simple actions like being kind to others or putting in our best effort at work, but when we do it with the intention of serving God, we can find true joy and purpose in our actions.
So let us remember in all we do, we can honor God and do our best for Him. And every good thing we do for the Lord brings the focus of our lives from ourselves to our Lord God.
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29 Bible Verses About Doing Everything for God
When we realize we are working for a higher purpose, we are inspired to give our best in everything. The mundane tasks of life, motherhood, and homemaking take on new importance when we view them through the lens of the Word of God.
It’s much easier to give your best when you’re serving God and not human masters. (Even when those human masters are in third grade and learning fractions.)
The following Bible verses will encourage you to do your best in every situation, matter how big or small because you know you are doing the work of the Lord.
Colossians 3:17
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Colossians 3:23
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Colossians 3:24
Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.
2 Timothy 2:15
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
1 Corinthians 10:31
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
Ecclesiastes 9:10
Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.
Proverbs 13:4
The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
1 Timothy 4:10
For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.
Ephesians 2:10
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Mark 3:35
For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother.
Galatians 6:4
But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
1 Timothy 6:12
Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
Galatians 6:9
And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Philippians 3:14
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
Hebrews 12:14
Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Revelations 2:3
And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name’s sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted.
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Proverbs 12:11
He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
Proverbs 10:14
He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
Proverbs 14:23
In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
Psalm 90:17
And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us: and establish thou the work of our hands upon us; yea, the work of our hands establish thou it.
Hebrews 13:15-16
By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
Romans 2:6
Who will render to every man according to his deeds:
Titus 2:7
In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,
Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Put It Into Practice
Each of us is called to let our light shine to the world so we can show the love and power of God. You can show God’s love in your daily life by remembering you are a servant of God. As Christians, we are not serving human masters, and we are not working for our own glory. Everything we do is to for the glory of the Lord.
How does this play out in our everyday lives? Practically, it means we have a strong work ethic, and do everything with a diligent hand. We do everything from our hearts, knowing we are doing the work of God.
Your calling may be small in your eyes or in the eyes of the world. But when you view yourself as a servant of Christ, the size of the task doesn’t matter.
Put these great Bible verses about doing everything for God by putting all of your skill and effort into everything you do. Whether you’re standing to speak before a crowd of thousands, or scrubbing the floors alone in your house, do it for God.
It is important to keep in mind the power of doing something for the glory of God – whether it is small or big. We are called to live our lives for Him and not ourselves. Reading these Bible verses reminds us of this call and encourages us to do more to glorify God in our lives. Let us remember everything we do should ultimately be an act of praise and honor for God because anything less would be too little.
So, let’s commit today to engaging in activities that put Him first, unashamedly praising Him with our actions. Drop a comment below on what you can do for the glory of God right now!
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