Persistence—being determined to continue towards a goal despite difficulties, opposition, or setbacks

Attentiveness—being thorough and meticulous in accomplishing a task

Hard work—applying significant effort and time to achieve a goal

Commitment—being dedicated to a task or goal long term and not giving up or diminishing one’s resolve along the way

Diligence is an inherent component in living with God’s wisdom.

Proverbs 12:24; 13:4; 21:5

Jesus was a diligent person in various aspects of his life.

Mark 1:35. Jesus consistently devoted himself to prayer with his Father, God.

John 4:34; 5:30. Jesus was focused on accomplishing God’s will in his life.

Jesus also worked hard to teach people about the Kingdom of God. Even when the going got tough, Jesus never backed down or changed his course, all the way unto death on the cross.

Nehemiah was a leader who exemplified diligence in his oversite of the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem after the Israelite captivity in Babylon.

Nehemiah 4:6-23

We are to be diligent in life like our Lord and Savior, especially with regard to our trust in God.

2 Peter 1:5-7

Hebrews 11:6

God rewards those who diligently seek Him. Let’s be faithful followers of Jesus and seek God with diligence each day of our lives.