“You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.” – 2 Corinthians 9:11
Bible Verses About Giving Money To Others
1. James 1:27 – True religion involves caring for those in need.
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” – James 1:27
2. Luke 6:38 – Generosity brings blessings back to you.
“Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” – Luke 6:38
3. 1 John 3:17 – Help those in need with your resources.
“If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person?” – 1 John 3:17
4. Proverbs 22:9 – The generous will be blessed.
“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9
5. Acts 20:35 – It’s more blessed to give than to receive.
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” – Acts 20:35
6. Proverbs 11:25 – Generosity leads to prosperity.
“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” – Proverbs 11:25
7. 2 Corinthians 9:6 – Sowing and reaping with generosity.
“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6
8. Galatians 6:9 – Keep doing good, don’t lose heart.
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
9. Matthew 6:21 – Where your treasure is, there your heart is.
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:21
10. Luke 12:33 – Provide for people, not treasures.
“Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys.” – Luke 12:33
11. Exodus 35:5 – Give willingly and generously.
“From what you have, take an offering for the Lord. Everyone who is willing to bring to the Lord an offering of gold, silver and bronze.” – Exodus 35:5
12. Deuteronomy 15:10 – Give freely to the poor.
“Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to.” – Deuteronomy 15:10
13. Matthew 5:42 – Give to those who ask.
“Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.” – Matthew 5:42
14. 2 Corinthians 8:9 – Christ’s example of generosity.
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.” – 2 Corinthians 8:9
15. 1 Timothy 6:17-19 – Be generous with wealth.
“Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.” – 1 Timothy 6:17-19
16. Matthew 19:21 – Sell your possessions and give to the poor.
“Jesus answered, ‘If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.'” – Matthew 19:21
17. Isaiah 58:10 – Help the hungry and the needy.
“And if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday.” – Isaiah 58:10
18. Luke 3:11 – Share with those in need.
“John answered, ‘Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same.'” – Luke 3:11
19. Romans 12:13 – Practice hospitality and sharing.
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
20. 2 Corinthians 9:8 – God provides all you need to be generous.
“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” – 2 Corinthians 9:8
21. Matthew 10:8 – Freely you have received, freely give.
“Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.” – Matthew 10:8
22. Proverbs 28:27 – Giving to the poor invites blessings.
“Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.” – Proverbs 28:27
23. Ecclesiastes 11:1 – Give portions to seven or eight.
“Ship your grain across the sea; after many days you may receive a return.” – Ecclesiastes 11:1
24. 1 Chronicles 29:14 – Everything comes from God.
“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” – 1 Chronicles 29:14
25. Malachi 3:10 – Test God with your tithes.
“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” – Malachi 3:10
26. Luke 14:13-14 – Invite the poor to your gatherings.
“But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” – Luke 14:13-14
27. 1 Peter 4:10 – Use gifts to serve others.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10
28. John 3:17 – Help, don’t just speak of love.
“If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person?” – John 3:17
29. 1 Timothy 6:18 – Do good and be rich in good deeds.
“Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.” – 1 Timothy 6:18
30. Ephesians 4:28 – Work to help those in need.
“Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.” – Ephesians 4:28
31. Psalm 41:1 – Blessed is the one who considers the poor.
“Blessed are those who have regard for the weak; the Lord delivers them in times of trouble.” – Psalm 41:1
32. Isaiah 58:7 – Share your food with the hungry.
“Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter—when you see the naked, to clothe them, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood?” – Isaiah 58:7
33. 2 Corinthians 8:13-15 – Balance in giving.
“Our desire is not that others might be relieved while you are hard pressed, but that there might be equality. At the present time your plenty will supply what they need, so that in turn their plenty will supply what you need.” – 2 Corinthians 8:13-15
34. 1 Corinthians 16:2 – Set aside money each week.
“On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum of money in keeping with your income, so that when I come, no collections will have to be made.” – 1 Corinthians 16:2
35. Proverbs 19:17 – Giving to the poor is lending to God.
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17
36. Matthew 25:40 – Serving others is serving Jesus.
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'” – Matthew 25:40
37. Job 29:12 – Saving the poor and needy.
“Because I rescued the poor who cried for help, and the fatherless who had none to assist them.” – Job 29:12
38. Philippians 4:19 – God provides for our needs.
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
39. Matthew 6:33 – Seek first the Kingdom of God.
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” – Matthew 6:33
40. Luke 10:35 – Helping others costs something.
“The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.'” – Luke 10:35
Final Thoughts
Giving money to others is a vital aspect of living as a follower of Christ. It reflects our commitment to serving those in need, showing compassion, and fulfilling our responsibility as Christians. These scriptures illustrate the importance of generosity and how our actions can positively impact others and glorify God. We learn that our resources are not merely for our benefit but can be a tool for bringing help and salvation to others.
As we explore our hearts and evaluate how we can help, we are reminded that every little bit counts. Whether it’s donating to those in dire situations or simply being kind in our communities, let us give joyfully and freely, trusting that God will provide for our needs as well.
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