35 Bible Verses About Ambition

Proverbs 16:3

“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

Philippians 2:3

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”

Proverbs 14:23

“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.”

Colossians 3:23

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

1 Corinthians 10:31

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

Proverbs 21:5

“The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.”

Matthew 6:33

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

Proverbs 16:9

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.”

Colossians 3:2

“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”

Joshua 1:9

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Proverbs 12:11

“Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense.”

James 1:12

“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.”

Ephesians 2:10

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

Proverbs 24:27

“Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house.”

Psalm 90:17

“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.”

1 Corinthians 15:58

“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.”

Proverbs 13:4

“A sluggard’s appetite is never filled, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied.”

Galatians 6:9

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

Colossians 3:17

“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.”

Proverbs 19:21

“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.”

Romans 8:28

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Matthew 5:16

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Proverbs 22:29

“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.”

Titus 3:8

“This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.”

1 Corinthians 15:58

“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.”

Proverbs 16:9

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.”

Proverbs 14:23

“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.”

Psalm 37:4

“Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”

1 Timothy 4:15

“Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress.”

Ecclesiastes 9:10

“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.”

Psalm 90:17

“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.”

Proverbs 19:21

“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.”

Proverbs 13:11

“Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.”

Matthew 6:24

“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”

Matthew 6:19-21

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Proverbs 23:4-5

“Do not wear yourself out to get rich; do not trust your own cleverness. Cast but a glance at riches, and they are gone, for they will surely sprout wings and fly off to the sky like an eagle.”

1 Timothy 6:9-10

“Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.”

Proverbs 28:20

“A faithful person will be richly blessed, but one eager to get rich will not go unpunished.”

Proverbs 28:22

“The stingy are eager to get rich and are unaware that poverty awaits them.”

Proverbs 30:8-9

“Keep falsehood and lies far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say, ‘Who is the LORD?’ Or I may become poor and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God.”