Joy in Serving Others: 15 Bible Verses on the Blessings of Giving
๐ Introduction:
Serving others is an incredibly fulfilling and joyful experience. When we devote ourselves to helping and uplifting others, we not only bring joy to their lives but also receive immense blessings from God. The Bible is filled with verses that highlight the beauty of giving and serving with a cheerful heart. Let us explore these inspiring passages and discover the joy that comes from selfless acts of love.
"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
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of the widow's offering - Mark 12:41-44
"It is more blessed to give than to receive." - Acts 20:35
๐ฑ Biblical Example: Jesus feeding the five thousand - Matthew 14:13-21
"Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered." - Proverbs 11:25
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The parable of the talents - Matthew 25:14-30
"The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor." - Proverbs 22:9
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of the Good Samaritan - Luke 10:25-37
"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
๐ฑ Biblical Example: Jesus washing the feet of His disciples - John 13:1-17
"And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." - Hebrews 13:16
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of Dorcas - Acts 9:36-43
"Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done." - Proverbs 19:17
๐ฑ Biblical Example: Zacchaeus' repentance and generosity - Luke 19:1-10
"And whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water because he is a disciple, truly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward." - Matthew 10:42
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of the widow's mite - Mark 12:41-44
"For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Mark 10:45
๐ฑ Biblical Example: Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection - Matthew 27:32-28:10
"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
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The parable of the rich man and Lazarus - Luke 16:19-31
"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. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." - Matthew 6:3-4
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of the Canaanite woman - Matthew 15:21-28
"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
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The story of the widow of Zarephath and Elijah - 1 Kings 17:7-16
"Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor." - Proverbs 22:9
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The early Christians sharing everything in common - Acts 2:42-47
"But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked." - Luke 6:35
๐ฑ Biblical Example: Jesus washing the feet of Judas Iscariot - John 13:1-17
"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9
๐ฑ Biblical Example: The parable of the persistent widow - Luke 18:1-8
๐ Conclusion:
As Christians, we are called to serve others and spread the love of God. It is through selfless acts of giving and serving that we experience the true joy and blessings that come from living a life of faith. Let us remember the words of Jesus and the examples set by biblical figures, who found joy in serving others. May this article encourage you to love God, believe in Him, love one another, and trust in His abundant provision. Remember, in serving others, we are serving God, and His love and blessings will overflow in our lives. May you be continually blessed and be a blessing to others. Amen. ๐๐
Betty Cheruiyot (Guest) on October 21, 2019
My soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. โ Psalm 62:1
Jamal (Guest) on October 21, 2019
Faith is taking the first step even when you donโt see the whole staircase. โ Martin Luther King Jr.
Sarah Mbise (Guest) on October 14, 2019
This one speaks volumes! ๐ฃ
Nasra (Guest) on October 11, 2019
Faith is the key to unlocking the promises of God. โ Unknown
Zainab (Guest) on October 6, 2019
The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped. โ Psalm 28:7
Elijah Mutua (Guest) on October 1, 2019
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 โ "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."
Andrew Mchome (Guest) on September 30, 2019
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds
James Malima (Guest) on September 19, 2019
We walk by faith, not by sight. โ 2 Corinthians 5:7
Alice Jebet (Guest) on September 16, 2019
This quote brightened my day. ๐ Iโve been feeling pretty down lately, but this quote really brought a ray of sunshine into my life. Itโs incredible how something so simple can have such a positive impact on your mood. Iโm so grateful for this moment of positivityโitโs just what I needed to lift my spirits and remind me that brighter days are always ahead. Thank you for posting something that spreads so much joy and light!
Kheri (Guest) on September 8, 2019
Luke 6:27-31 โ "But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you."
Mwachumu (Guest) on September 3, 2019
2 Peter 1:5-8 โ "For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Mwanais (Guest) on August 27, 2019
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. โ Colossians 3:17
Rehema (Guest) on August 25, 2019
John 16:32-33 โ "A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.'"
Agnes Sumaye (Guest) on July 31, 2019
Romans 8:35-39 โ "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: โFor your sake, we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.โ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
David Ochieng (Guest) on July 18, 2019
The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. โ 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Rahim (Guest) on July 12, 2019
Faith is resting in the fact that God has everything under control. โ Unknown
Alice Mwikali (Guest) on July 1, 2019
Even a mustard seed of faith can move mountains
Sarah Mbise (Guest) on June 24, 2019
Faith is taking God at His word. โ Anonymous
Jacob Kiplangat (Guest) on June 23, 2019
2 Timothy 4:6-8 โ "For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that dayโand not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
Susan Wangari (Guest) on June 19, 2019
Faith is the virtue by which, clinging to the faithfulness of God, we lean upon Him, so that we may obtain what He gives to us. โ Thomas Aquinas
Samson Tibaijuka (Guest) on June 8, 2019
We are saved by faith alone, but the faith that saves is never alone. โ Martin Luther
Janet Mbithe (Guest) on June 6, 2019
Straight to the point, love it! ๐ฏ
David Ochieng (Guest) on May 25, 2019
Wow, this really hit home. ๐ฅ Itโs like this quote was written specifically for me. I canโt even begin to explain how relevant this is to my current situation. Itโs incredible how words can be so transformativeโthey have the power to shift perspectives and make you think differently about lifeโs challenges. Iโll be reflecting on this for a while because it has really opened my eyes and given me the strength to keep moving forward.
Zakaria (Guest) on May 24, 2019
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. โ Zephaniah 3:17
Hamida (Guest) on May 23, 2019
Matthew 25:35-40 โ "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, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. Then the righteous will answer him, โLord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?โ The King will reply, โTruly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.โ"
Rose Lowassa (Guest) on May 21, 2019
Great motivation for the day! ๐ฅ
Rahma (Guest) on May 16, 2019
Just perfectโso motivating! ๐
Edward Lowassa (Guest) on May 6, 2019
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see
Anna Kibwana (Guest) on May 2, 2019
Iโve bookmarked this pageโso many gems here to come back to.
Khalifa (Guest) on April 25, 2019
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with Godโs people. Amen. โ Revelation 22:21
Mwajuma (Guest) on April 8, 2019
Such a powerful message! ๐ช This quote is exactly what I needed to remind myself to stay strong and keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles in my path. Itโs easy to get discouraged when life doesnโt go as planned, but this message gave me a boost of confidence and renewed determination. I love how itโs not just inspiring, but also challenges me to think about my own strength and resilience. Thank you for this reminder!
Edwin Ndambuki (Guest) on April 6, 2019
Faith sees the invisible, believes the unbelievable, and receives the impossible. โ Corrie ten Boom
Esther Cheruiyot (Guest) on April 3, 2019
Wow, this really hit home. ๐ฅ
Edward Lowassa (Guest) on March 29, 2019
1 Corinthians 12:12-14 โ "Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one bodyโwhether Jews or Gentiles, slave or freeโand we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many."
Rose Mwinuka (Guest) on March 28, 2019
I needed this perspective.
Khalifa (Guest) on March 27, 2019
Hebrews 13:1-3 โ "Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering."
Robert Ndunguru (Guest) on March 21, 2019
God has a purpose even in your pain
Zakia (Guest) on March 19, 2019
For with God nothing shall be impossible. โ Luke 1:37
Mazrui (Guest) on March 12, 2019
Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the Lord! โ Psalm 31:24
Mwakisu (Guest) on March 9, 2019
Faith is trusting God even when you donโt understand His plan. โ Unknown
Mary Mrope (Guest) on March 7, 2019
Such a beautiful quote! ๐ท
Baraka (Guest) on February 26, 2019
Faith is the refusal to panic. โ Martin Lloyd-Jones
Samuel Omondi (Guest) on February 25, 2019
Faith will get you through the darkest hours if you let it. โ Unknown
Dorothy Nkya (Guest) on February 15, 2019
Faith is the art of holding on to things in spite of your changing moods and circumstances. โ C.S. Lewis
Samson Mahiga (Guest) on February 15, 2019
Short but so impactful! โก Itโs incredible how a few simple words can carry so much meaning. This quote may be short, but it packs a punch, and itโs something Iโll be reflecting on for a long time. It reminds me that sometimes, the most powerful messages donโt need to be long or complicatedโthey just need to be real and honest. Thank you for sharing thisโitโs such a powerful reminder of the importance of simplicity in life.
Agnes Lowassa (Guest) on February 11, 2019
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. โ Matthew 11:28
Mercy Atieno (Guest) on February 9, 2019
Romans 6:5-7 โ "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his. For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sinโbecause anyone who has died has been set free from sin."
Rubea (Guest) on February 7, 2019
Luke 6:27-31 โ "But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you."
Stephen Mushi (Guest) on February 3, 2019
1 Corinthians 12:12-14 โ "Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one bodyโwhether Jews or Gentiles, slave or freeโand we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many."
Leila (Guest) on February 2, 2019
Exactly what I needed today! ๐ This quote resonates so deeply with what Iโm going through right now. Itโs amazing how a few simple words can carry so much wisdom and relevance. Truly, it feels like this quote was handpicked for me, as it speaks to the challenges and emotions Iโve been facing lately. Thank you so much for sharing thisโitโs given me the push I needed to keep going and remain hopeful!
Lucy Wangui (Guest) on January 19, 2019
Faith grows stronger in trials
Monica Nyalandu (Guest) on January 8, 2019
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you but will rejoice over you with singing. โ Zephaniah 3:17
Raha (Guest) on December 20, 2018
Faith is not a leap in the dark, but a step into the light. โ Unknown
Jaffar (Guest) on December 19, 2018
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. โ James 1:5
George Tenga (Guest) on December 16, 2018
Faith reminds us that though we may not see the whole picture, God is painting a masterpiece. โ Unknown
Jacob Kiplangat (Guest) on December 15, 2018
God's promises are always true
Furaha (Guest) on December 15, 2018
Inspiring words, Iโm sharing this!
Khadija (Guest) on December 13, 2018
Timely reminder, thank you! โฐ
James Kimani (Guest) on December 12, 2018
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. โ Hebrews 10:24
Brian Karanja (Guest) on December 6, 2018
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. โ Matthew 6:21