“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” – Proverbs 19:17
Bible Verses About Feeding The Poor
Proverbs 22:9 – Generosity opens doors to blessings.
“Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9
Matthew 25:35 – We serve Christ by serving others.
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” – Matthew 25:35
Isaiah 58:10 – Serving the needy brings true light.
“If you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted, then shall your light rise in the darkness and your gloom be as the noonday.” – Isaiah 58:10
Lamentations 3:34-35 – Oppression of the needy is seen by God.
“For the Lord will not cast off forever, but, though he cause grief, he will have compassion according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” – Lamentations 3:34-35
Luke 3:11 – Sharing is a fundamental duty.
“And he answered them, ‘Whoever has two tunics is to share with him who has none, and whoever has food is to do likewise.'” – Luke 3:11
James 2:15-16 – Faith must be accompanied by action.
“If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace, be warmed and filled,’ without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that?” – James 2:15-16
1 John 3:17 – Genuine love takes action.
“But if anyone has the world’s goods and sees his brother in need, yet closes his heart against him, how does God’s love abide in him?” – 1 John 3:17
Proverbs 28:27 – Helping others brings prosperity.
“Whoever gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes will get many a curse.” – Proverbs 28:27
Deuteronomy 15:7-8 – Be open-handed towards the needy.
“If among you, one of your brothers should become poor, in any of your towns within your land that the Lord your God is giving you, you shall not harden your heart or shut your hand against your poor brother, but you shall open your hand to him and lend him sufficient for his need.” – Deuteronomy 15:7-8
Ecclesiastes 3:17 – God judges the oppressed.
“I said in my heart, God will judge the righteous and the wicked, for there is a time for every matter and for every work.” – Ecclesiastes 3:17
Acts 10:4 – Good deeds are known to God.
“And he stared at him in terror and said, ‘What is it, Lord?’ And he said to him, ‘Your prayers and your alms have ascended as a memorial before God.'” – Acts 10:4
Psalms 41:1-2 – The Lord blesses those who care for the poor.
“Blessed is the one who considers the poor! In the day of trouble the Lord delivers him; the Lord protects him and keeps him alive; he is called blessed in the land.” – Psalms 41:1-2
Matthew 14:16 – Providing food for those in need.
“But Jesus said, ‘They need not go away; you give them something to eat.'” – Matthew 14:16
2 Corinthians 9:9 – Understanding generosity.
“As it is written, ‘He has distributed freely, he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.'” – 2 Corinthians 9:9
Proverbs 11:24 – Generosity brings increase.
“One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want.” – Proverbs 11:24
Galatians 2:10 – Remembering the poor is a priority.
“Only, they asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do.” – Galatians 2:10
Matthew 19:21 – True wealth includes giving to the needy.
“Jesus said to him, ‘If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.'” – Matthew 19:21
Romans 12:13 – Contributing to the needs of the saints.
“Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
Psalms 112:5 – The generous man is blessed.
“It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice.” – Psalms 112:5
1 Timothy 6:18 – Encourage the rich to do good.
“They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share.” – 1 Timothy 6:18
Proverbs 31:20 – A virtuous woman cares for the needy.
“She opens her hand to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy.” – Proverbs 31:20
Job 30:25 – Compassion in our hearts points the way.
“Did not I weep for those in trouble? Was not my soul grieved for the poor?” – Job 30:25
Luke 6:38 – Giving brings blessings back.
“Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.” – Luke 6:38
Exodus 23:11 – Sabath year to help the poor.
“But the seventh year you shall let it rest and lie still, that the poor of your people may eat.” – Exodus 23:11
Isaiah 58:6 – True fasting includes service to others.
“Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke?” – Isaiah 58:6
Matthew 6:3-4 – Giving should be done humbly.
“But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” – Matthew 6:3-4
1 Chronicles 29:17 – Generosity comes from a right heart.
“I know, my God, that you test the heart and have pleasure in uprightness. In the uprightness of my heart, I have willingly offered all these things.” – 1 Chronicles 29:17
Acts 11:29 – Helping others according to ability.
“So the disciples determined, everyone according to his ability, to send relief to the brothers living in Judea.” – Acts 11:29
Final Thoughts
Feeding the poor is an essential part of living out our faith as Christians. These verses remind us that caring for those in need not only helps others but also reflects our relationship with God. Every act of generosity counts, no matter how small. It’s rewarding to be part of something bigger when we share with those less fortunate.
Let’s continue to seek ways to support and uplift the most vulnerable in our communities. After all, God blesses our efforts to help His children. If you want to explore more biblical topics, consider checking out topics like leading others to Christ or delve into showing love through actions. Together, we can make a difference!