Giving is an act that has the power to transform lives and communities. The Bible is full of stories and teachings that encourage us to give and share with others.
Giving to others not only benefits them but it also brings joy and fulfillment to us. Whether it is through acts of kindness, sharing our resources, or offering our time, giving is an essential part of a faithful life.
There are bible verses that remind us of the importance of giving and the blessings that come with it. One powerful example is in John 3:16.
God loved the world and so He gave us His Son as the sacrificial lamb for the sins of the whole world and now He commands us to imitate Him as dear children.
In these 30 Bible verses, you’ll discover the deep importance scripture places on giving to others and be reminded that God loves a cheerful giver.
Bible Verses About Giving to Others
When we learn what the Bible says about giving to others, we can be inspired to follow these teachings in our lives. This way, we can live our faith in meaningful ways by learning to obey God’s word and partner with Him to bless others.
Here are 30 Bible verses that highlight the importance of giving to others. Let these scriptures inspire you to be generous and compassionate, just as God calls us to be.
1. “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, NIV
2. “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” – 2 Corinthians 9:7, NIV
3. “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” – Hebrews 13:16, ESV
4. “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” – Proverbs 19:17, ESV
5. “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, NIV
6. “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” – Proverbs 11:25, NIV
7. “Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.” – Matthew 5:42, NIV
8. “But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” – Matthew 6:3, NIV
9. “In all things, I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” – Acts 20:35, ESV
10. “One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.” – Proverbs 11:24, NIV
11. “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, NIV
12. “The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9, NIV
13. “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.” – Proverbs 3:9, NIV
14. “Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.” – 1 Timothy 6:18, NIV
15. “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6, NIV
16. “Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13, NIV
17. “Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9, ESV
18. “Freely you have received; freely give.” – Matthew 10:8, NIV
19. “Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.” – Matthew 10:8, NIV
20. “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, NIV
21. “They are always generous and lend freely; their children will be a blessing.” – Psalm 37:26, NIV
22. “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” – Matthew 25:35, NIV
23. “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.” – Proverbs 3:27, NIV
24. “Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice.” – Psalm 112:5, NIV
25. “He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses.” – Proverbs 28:27, NIV
26. “If any of your fellow Israelites become poor and are unable to support themselves among you, help them as you would a foreigner and stranger, so they can continue to live among you. Do not take interest or any profit from them, but fear your God, so that they may continue to live among you. You must not lend them money at interest or sell them food at a profit.” -Leviticus 25:35-37
27. “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, NIV
28. “Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back.” – Luke 6:30, NIV
29. “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, NIV
30. “Give to them freely and unselfishly, and the Lord will bless you in everything you do. There will always be some Israelites who are poor and in need, and so I command you to be generous to them.” -Deuteronomy 15:10-11, GNT
Give To The Needy In Ukraine
These Bible verses teach us the importance of giving and sharing with others. They inspire us to be generous, reminding us that through giving, we reflect God’s love and compassion.
One way you can give to help those in need is to donate to organizations that are dedicated to helping those in war-torn countries like Ukraine.
Transform Ukraine is at the forefront, providing vital assistance to affected families and communities. These families are in dire need of food, clothing, and housing.
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As you partner with us in caring for these families, your donation will go a long way in alleviating the burden of uncertainty and providing them with the stability they desperately need.
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