“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
Bible Verses About Giving To Poor
The Call to Compassion
As we explore how to engage with the poor, we must recognize the divine calling for compassion that exists within us. The Bible encourages us to have empathy and love towards those who are less fortunate. This compassion is not just an emotional response but an actionable commitment to help our neighbors in need. In doing so, we reflect the love of Christ who also extended his hand to the needy. By giving to the poor, we affirm our faith in God’s provision for our own lives while acting as His hands and feet on earth. Let’s use our blessings to be a blessing. After all, true compassion requires us to step outside our comfort zones and take action to help others. We are called to embody God’s love in our communities and to support the less fortunate.
Proverbs 19:17
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.” – Proverbs 19:17
Proverbs 21:13
“Whoever closes his ear to the cry of the poor will himself call out and not be answered.” – Proverbs 21:13
Luke 14:13-14
“But when you give a feast, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed, because they cannot repay you.” – Luke 14:13-14
Isaiah 58:10
“If you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted, then shall your light rise in the darkness.” – Isaiah 58:10
1 John 3:17
“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