Proverbs 22:29

The Message

Observe people who are good at their work— skilled workers are always in demand and admired; they don’t take a backseat to anyone.

Cross References

Genesis 41:38

Then Pharaoh said to his officials, “Isn’t this the man we need? Are we going to find anyone else who has God’s spirit in him like this?”

Genesis 41:46

Joseph was thirty years old when he went to work for Pharaoh the king of Egypt. As soon as Joseph left Pharaoh’s presence, he began his work in Egypt. * * *

Proverbs 10:4

Sloth makes you poor; diligence brings wealth.

Proverbs 12:24

The diligent find freedom in their work; the lazy are oppressed by work.

Proverbs 23:1

When you go out to dinner with an influential person, mind your manners: Don’t gobble your food, don’t talk with your mouth full. And don’t stuff yourself; bridle your appetite.

Romans 12:11

Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder. Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality.

1 Samuel 17:31

The things David was saying were picked up and reported to Saul. Saul sent for him.