Busyness
6 passages
- Ephesians 5:15–17
15Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, 16redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.
Read it in context - Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.
Read it in context - 1 Corinthians 10:31
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.
Read it in context - Proverbs 3:5
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;
Read it in context - Matthew 11:28–30
28Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.”
Read it in context - Psalm 127:2
In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for bread to eat— for He gives sleep to His beloved.
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