Incorporating faith with business can be difficult at times, but is an important part of furthering a person’s career and knowledge. The first verse that can be used in business is Deuteronomy 8:18, “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers, as it is this day” (ESV). This verse is important for people to understand they are not in control, because people think power is within wealth. People tend to forget that their wealth comes from the power of God, and that God is the ultimate provider for His people. The next Bible verse is Isaiah …show more content…
Colossians 3:23 says, “whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men” (ESV). This verse provides a sense of work ethic, and calls people to work hard and diligently at what they do. II Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work” (ESV). Using scripture through life will get people much further in life than walking alone. God provides scripture for His people so that we can turn to it in times of need and guidance. Even in business, guidance can come from the Bible. Another verse that is beneficial for every business major to read is found in Proverbs. Proverbs 10:4 reads, “a slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich” (ESV). Being lazy will provide nothing, but working hard and diligently will being wealth to many. People always say that the more blood, sweat, and tears you put into something, the more accomplished you will feel. The last verse that coincides with business is Colossians 3:17 and it says, “and whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” (ESV). Calling on your faith is not a weakness, it is a strength. In everything we do,