Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.
Bible References
Abide
1 Corinthians 7:17
Only, let each one live the life which the Lord has assigned him, and to which God has called him [for each person is unique and is accountable for his choices and conduct, let him walk in this way]. This is the rule I make in all the churches.
Proverbs 27:8
Like a bird that wanders from her nest [with its comfort and safety],
So is a man who wanders from his home.
Like a bird that wanders from her nest [with its comfort and safety],
So is a man who wanders from his home.
Luke 3:10
The crowds asked him, “Then what are we to do?”
1 Thessalonians 4:11
and to make it your ambition to live quietly and peacefully, and to mind your own affairs and work with your hands, just as we directed you,
2 Thessalonians 3:12
Now such people we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and work quietly and earn their own food and other necessities [supporting themselves instead of depending on the hospitality of others].