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June 12, 2025

Bible Verses About Giving to Others

Giving is one of the most beautiful expressions of faith. It’s not just about money; it’s about love, obedience, and a desire to reflect God’s character. There’s no shortage of Bible verses about giving that are filled with encouragement and instruction about caring for others through generosity. When you give, especially to those in deep need, you’re participating in something bigger. 

At Kinship United, we see this every day. Someone gives, and a child eats. A widow prays, and a safe home is provided. A donor acts, and a miracle unfolds.

Let’s look at what the Bible says about giving and how you can live out those teachings by supporting the vulnerable through KU.

Children praying with an open BibleCaring for the Vulnerable

The Bible makes it clear that generosity isn’t optional; it’s expected. But it shouldn’t be a box to check. Rather, a way to serve others and honor God.

Proverbs 19:17 says, “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.”

This verse reminds us that when we give to the poor, we’re giving directly to God. What a powerful image.

Matthew 25:40 tells us, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”

Jesus doesn’t just tell us to help the vulnerable. He identifies with them. When you provide clean water, food, and shelter through your gift, you’re doing it for Him.

That’s exactly what your generosity accomplishes through Kinship United. Every gift brings comfort, care, and dignity to orphans and widows who have no one else.

Giving Brings Joy and Blessing

When you give with an open heart, something shifts. Joy comes in. Purpose rises.

Acts 20:35 reminds us, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

You probably already know this from experience. Maybe you’ve felt the joy of giving a gift at Christmas and seeing the recipient love the gift. Now imagine if that gift was truly life-changing.  There’s a quiet, lasting happiness that comes from helping someone in need.

2 Corinthians 9:7 adds, “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.”

The beauty of giving isn’t in the amount. It’s in the spirit behind it. A joyful gift is powerful and pleasing to God.

We love hearing from donors who say things like, “Giving monthly brings me closer to the children I’m helping.” It becomes more than a transaction. It becomes a relationship, one filled with joy, gratitude, and spiritual growth.

An Act of Faith and Obedience

Generosity isn’t always easy. Sometimes it stretches us. But that’s when it becomes an act of deep faith.

Proverbs 3:9 says, “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crop.”

When you give your “firstfruits,” you show trust. You believe that God will provide, even as you give. Many of our donors automate their giving, not just because it simplifies things, but because they don’t want to miss the opportunity to help.

Luke 6:38 adds, “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.”

This verse reminds us that God responds to open-handed generosity with abundant grace. Giving doesn’t diminish you. It positions you to receive and to bless others even more.

Monthly supporters of KU often share how stepping out in faith brought unexpected blessings. Not just financial ones, but spiritual depth and a stronger connection to God’s heart.

Giving Reflects God’s Heart

At the core of the Gospel is this: God gave.

John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son…”

God’s love always leads to action. When we give, we reflect that same love. We become the hands and feet of Jesus in a broken world.

There’s no greater reflection of God’s heart than reaching out to someone with nothing and giving them hope.

When you give to Kinship United, you offer more than physical aid. You offer spiritual encouragement and a living picture of God’s generosity.

How You Can Put These Bible Verses About Giving into Action

So, how do these verses come to life?

When you give a one-time gift, you might provide clean water for a community. You might fund emergency rescue for an orphan. You might help a widow receive food and spiritual support.

When you give monthly, you become a lifeline. You ensure ongoing care, education, and Gospel-centered discipleship. It’s not a single act. It’s a steady stream of love and provision.

We’ve seen children go from abandoned to thriving and loved. From hungry to healthy. From hopeless to joyful. And in every story, there’s someone like you behind it.

Your Next Step

Giving isn’t just a concept; it’s a calling. And it’s one you can answer today.

Whether you’re moved by a Bible verse about giving, a story of life change, or simply a quiet nudge in your heart, we invite you to act. Become a monthly donor. Start small. Watch God do big things with it.

The Bible makes it clear: when you give to those in need, you give to Him. And when you give through Kinship United, you’ll see that giving doesn’t just change others. It changes you, too.

Ready to put God’s Word into action? Start your monthly gift today with the Kinship Kindness Alliance.

(All verses from the New International Version)

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