“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17
Bible Verses About God’s Gifts
1. John 3:16 – God’s ultimate gift is His Son.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
2. Ephesians 2:8-9 – Salvation is a gift, not earned but given.
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.” – Ephesians 2:8-9
3. Romans 11:29 – God’s gifts are irrevocable.
“For God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. To them he gives them without changing his mind.” – Romans 11:29
4. 1 Peter 4:10 – We should use our 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
5. James 1:17 – Every good gift is from God.
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17
6. 2 Corinthians 9:15 – Thank God for His indescribable gift.
“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” – 2 Corinthians 9:15
7. 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 – There are different kinds of gifts from the same Spirit.
“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.” – 1 Corinthians 12:4-6
8. Romans 12:6 – Use your gifts according to your faith.
“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.” – Romans 12:6
9. Philippians 1:6 – God will continue the good work He started in us.
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 1:6
10. Colossians 3:23-24 – Serve wholeheartedly, as if you are serving the Lord.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” – Colossians 3:23-24
11. Matthew 7:11 – God gives good gifts to those who ask.
“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” – Matthew 7:11
12. 1 Timothy 4:14 – Don’t neglect your gift.
“Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you.” – 1 Timothy 4:14
13. Romans 12:8 – Gifts include leadership and encouragement.
“If it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.” – Romans 12:8
14. 2 Timothy 1:6 – Fan into flame the gift of God.
“For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.” – 2 Timothy 1:6
15. 1 John 4:19 – We love because He first loved us.
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
16. 1 Corinthians 12:7 – The Spirit gives gifts for the common good.
“Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.” – 1 Corinthians 12:7
17. Matthew 25:29 – Those who have will receive more.
“For whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what they have will be taken from them.” – Matthew 25:29
18. Galatians 5:22-23 – The fruit of the Spirit is a gift.
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” – Galatians 5:22-23
19. Hebrews 2:4 – God confirms the gifts through signs and wonders.
“God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his will.” – Hebrews 2:4
20. Exodus 35:30-35 – God fills craftsmen with skill.
“Then Moses said to the Israelites, ‘See, the Lord has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills.'” – Exodus 35:30-31
21. Isaiah 28:26 – God teaches skillful work.
“For he is fully qualified and teaches him skillfully.” – Isaiah 28:26
22. Matthew 13:12 – Understanding comes to those who invest in their gifts.
“Whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what they have will be taken from them.” – Matthew 13:12
23. Psalm 139:14 – We are wonderfully made, a gift in ourselves.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14
24. 2 Corinthians 5:17 – Becoming a new creation is a gift.
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17
25. 1 John 5:11-12 – The gift of eternal life.
“And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.” – 1 John 5:11-12
26. Proverbs 18:16 – Gifts can open doors.
“A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.” – Proverbs 18:16
27. Colossians 1:12 – We have received great inheritance.
“And giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.” – Colossians 1:12
28. Ephesians 4:11-12 – Gifts of leadership for building up the church.
“So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service.” – Ephesians 4:11-12
29. Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine as a gift to others.
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
30. Luke 6:38 – The measure of your giving will return 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
31. Exodus 36:1-2 – Skilled workers received God’s gifts to build.
“So Bezalel and Oholiab, and every skilled person to whom the Lord had given skill and ability to know how to carry out all the work of constructing the sanctuary.” – Exodus 36:1
32. Psalm 68:19 – Daily God loads us with benefits.
“Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.” – Psalm 68:19
33. 1 Peter 1:3 – Our living hope through God’s gift.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” – 1 Peter 1:3
34. Malachi 3:10 – Bring gifts and He will bless you abundantly.
“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
35. Acts 2:38 – The gift of the Holy Spirit is promised.
“Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.'” – Acts 2:38
36. 1 Corinthians 12:28 – God has appointed different gifts in the church.
“And God has placed in the church first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, gifts of healing, of helping, of guidance, and of different kinds of tongues.” – 1 Corinthians 12:28
37. Colossians 3:1-2 – Our focus should be on the things above.
“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.” – Colossians 3:1-2
38. 2 Timothy 1:9 – God saved and called us with a holy calling.
“He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace.” – 2 Timothy 1:9
39. Psalm 37:4 – Delight in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” – Psalm 37:4
40. Philippians 2:13 – God works in us to fulfill His good purpose.
“For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” – Philippians 2:13
Final Thoughts
God’s gifts are truly amazing, and they come in many forms, from salvation and grace to our unique abilities and talents. They remind us of His love and kindness. It’s important that we not only recognize these gifts but also share them with others. We can encourage, support, and uplift one another by using our gifts to serve. As we reflect on these scriptures, let’s remember to appreciate what God has given us and strive to be good stewards of those gifts.
We can always explore more about how to serve others or learn about the importance of faith through various topics. Check out some enlightening articles such as leading others to Christ or read about communication with others. There’s so much to learn and grow from!