Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Promotion?

16 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Promotion in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about promotion. This collection of 14 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

16
Total Verses
13
Old Testament
3
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Promotion

  1. 1
    Genesis 12:2
    And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
    KJV
  2. 2
    Genesis 41:1
    And it came to pass at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh dreamed: and, behold, he stood by the river.
    KJV
  3. 3
    1 Chronicles 11:6
    And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief. chief: Heb. head
    KJV
  4. 4
    Psalms 1:1
    Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. ungodly: or, wicked
    KJV
  5. 5
    Psalms 20:4
    Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Psalms 75:6
    For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. south: Heb. desert
    KJV
  7. 7
    Psalms 75:7
    But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Psalms 78:70
    He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds :
    KJV
  9. 9
    Psalms 78:71
    From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance. following: Heb. after
    KJV
  10. 10
    Psalms 113:7
    He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill;
    KJV

Subtopics of Promotion

promotions
General scriptures concerning
As a reward of merit
INSTANCES OF
Abraham
Joseph, from imprisoned slave to prince
Moses, from exile to lawgiver
Aaron, from slave to high priest
Saul, from obscurity to a scepter
David, from a shepherd to the throne
Jeroboam, from a slave to the throne
Baasha, "out of the dust" to the throne
Daniel, from a captive to premier
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego
General references

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Promotion? (13 Verses)

And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:
And it came to pass at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh dreamed: and, behold, he stood by the river.
And David said, Whosoever smiteth the Jebusites first shall be chief and captain. So Joab the son of Zeruiah went first up, and was chief. chief: Heb. head
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. ungodly: or, wicked
Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.
For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. south: Heb. desert
But God is the judge: he putteth down one, and setteth up another.
He chose David also his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds :
From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance. following: Heb. after
He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, and lifteth the needy out of the dunghill;
That he may set him with princes, even with the princes of his people.
Then the king made Daniel a great man, and gave him many great gifts, and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon.
Then the king promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in the province of Babylon. promoted: Cald. made to prosper

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Promotion? (3 Verses)

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. honest: or, venerable
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily , as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Promotion

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about promotion. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about promotion and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about promotion is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on promotion needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about promotion with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about promotion, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about promotion?
Explore what the Bible says about promotion. This collection of 14 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 16 key verses about promotion spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about promotion are there?
There are 16 key Bible verses about promotion compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about promotion?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about promotion is Genesis 12:2 — "And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:"
Where in the Bible does it talk about promotion?
Promotion is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 16 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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Topics Included

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