--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: God works,and so man should work.The…" description: "\"God works,and so man should work.The christian will be diligent in good woks all the time,for a man is to be judged by his works.As man works for the g..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d56/christianity-76574_christian_god-works-and-so-man-should-work-the-chr_996121.jpg" --- # God works,and so man should work.The christian will be… ![“God works,and so man should work.The christian will be diligent in good woks all the time,for a man is to be judged by his works.As man works for the good,it is God who works in and through him.” quote by CHRISTIANITY](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d56/christianity-76574_christian_god-works-and-so-man-should-work-the-chr_996121.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d56/christianity-76574_christian_god-works-and-so-man-should-work-the-chr_996121.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d56/christianity-76574_christian_god-works-and-so-man-should-work-the-chr_996121.jpg) > “God works,and so man should work.The christian will be diligent in good woks all the time,for a man is to be judged by his works.As man works for the good,it is God who works in and through him.” CHRISTIANITY ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The quote suggests that divine influence and human effort should align, implying that good deeds reflect God's work through us. **In simple terms:** God and humans should both act righteously. Key Takeaway Align your work with higher purpose. Themes faith work morality Mood reflective inspirational Type spiritual ethical When to use this quote - volunteering - career - daily chores - community service Key Concepts divine agency human responsibility Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance personal effort with belief in divine guidance? - Can good deeds be truly selfless? A Different Perspective May overlook personal agency, attributing success solely to divine will. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Christian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/christian/) [Work](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/work/) ## Related quotes > [God works for man through man and seldom, if at all, in any other way. 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