2 Korineto'bai 1 - MB & CEVUS06

In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.

Giving is a powerful act that reflects the heart of God and His desire for us to live generously. Throughout the Bible, we find numerous teachings that emphasize the importance and impact of giving. Whether it’s through offering our time, resources, or love, the act of giving not only blesses others but also enriches our own lives. Here are seven Bible verses that highlight the power of giving and encourage us to embrace a life of generosity.

1. Acts 20:35 “In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

When we give to others, especially those in need, we are not only helping them but also experiencing the joy and fulfillment that comes from generosity. It reminds us that true happiness is found in selflessness.

2. 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 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 emphasis on giving cheerfully reminds us that our attitude matters. God values a heart that gives freely and joyfully, knowing that our contributions can lead to abundant blessings.

3. Proverbs 11:25 “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”

Generosity is not just about meeting the needs of others; it also brings personal renewal and prosperity. When we give, we often receive in return, not necessarily in material wealth, but in spiritual and emotional well-being. The act of giving refreshes both the giver and the recipient.

4. Luke 6:38 “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.”

Jesus emphasizes the abundance that comes from giving. The imagery of a generous measure being returned to us illustrates that our giving will not go unnoticed or unrewarded. When we give with an open heart, we can expect God’s blessings to overflow in our lives.

5. Matthew 6:3-4 “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.”

We should give quietly and humbly, without seeking recognition or praise. The focus is on the sincerity and purity of our giving. God sees our acts of kindness, even when they are done in secret, and He will reward us accordingly. It reminds us that true giving is done for the benefit of others, not for personal glory.

6. Hebrews 13:16 “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”

Sharing what we have with others is a sacrifice that pleases God. This verse highlights the importance of being mindful of others’ needs and taking action to meet them. It serves as a reminder that our acts of generosity are not just good deeds; they are expressions of our faith and love for God.

7. James 1:17 “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”

All we have comes from God. Recognizing that every gift we receive is from Him encourages us to be generous in sharing those gifts with others. When we give, we are participating in God’s work, distributing His blessings to those around us.

Conclusion

The Bible teaches that giving is a powerful way to express our faith, love, and gratitude. These verses reveal that generosity not only impacts those we help but also enriches our own lives, bringing us closer to God and His purposes. Whether through our resources, time, or compassion, giving allows us to reflect God’s love in a tangible way, creating a ripple effect of blessings that extend far beyond what we can see. By embracing a spirit of generosity, we open ourselves up to experience the fullness of life that God desires for us.

1 Ni Paulo lazo'ba Yesu Kristo ro ole Lu rosi resi, ago ni ädrupi amaro Timoteo resi.

Känisa Lu ro Korineto ya ri, ago lidri cini Lu ro Akaya yasi ri.

2 Ka'do inye Lu Täpi amaro ago Opi Yesu Kristo kozo tai'dwero ndi taliatokpe be ämiri.

Paulo ka Aro'boya Ozo Lu ri

3 Mi'de mozo aro'boya Lu ri ago Täpi Opi amaro Yesu Kristo ro, Täpi yauniekye, Lu se ŋgaopa cini kikyi ni nda resi ono ri! 4 Nda kani ama opa rriti cini amaro yasi, tana mà'do robe mbara be azii se rriti aza ya opane, ŋgaopana gi se kpa alo mùsute ni Lu resi ono ugu oyena si. 5 Kpa oso ama ŋga be la'done rueza amba Kristo roya ronye, ago kpa oso inye Kristo si mà ŋgaopa para Lu ro ŋgaoparo la'dona. 6 Ondro mà rueza, 'do orivoya ta ami oparo ndi ŋgaoparo be; ondro apa ama te, 'dooko apa ami kpate ago ozo mbara te yaiŋgyiza yaiŋgyi si kpa ni rueza segi alona miŋgyibe ono risi. 7 Ago mio'ba amaro ami ya äshwe ko alona, tana mänite anjioko oso nyàbe kpa rueza amaro la'dona ronye, nyà kpa ŋgaopa se mùsube la'done.

8 Màle ta ono tana logone ämidri, ädrupii, ta rriti se ma'dobe sina wari Asia roya ta. Ŋgaläŋgyi se a'babe ämädri ono orivoya 'desi ago läŋgyiekye ago màna mio'ba cini oriro lidriidriro rote. 9 Mùsu ṛote anjioko ape vure amaro ṛote odrane. Oko ono a'dote nonye tana anjioko beṛo ko ämäri mio'bane andivo amaro dri, oko toto Lu dri, se kabe ni avo eŋga ono. 10 Ni rriti kozi odra ro yasi nda pa ama te; ago nda opana ama 'da, ago ma'ba mi amaro te nda dri anjioko nda opana ama 'da to'di, 11 oso nyàbe ama opa mätu amiro ama ta si ronye. Ago a'dona ndi inye anjioko mätu amba ta amaro ta azana tadrina 'da, ago Lu äṛuna ama 'da; ago amba räṛuna nda 'da ugu aro'boya ozo si ta amaro ta.

Tavoora Paulo ro Läpina

12 Ama orivoya driuŋgyi be anjioko tavousu ya amaro ro ka tavoedre ŋgye ämäri anjioko ori amaro 'bädri ono ya, ago ndrana bereazi amaro ami be imirite a'do ŋgye ndi taŋgye se orivoya ni Lu resi si. Màyete inye ko tavouni lidri rosi oko mbara tai'dwero Lu rosi. 13 Mà taegyi ämiri gialo ta tase mìnina ndi uzine ago unine rota. Ago mio'ba maro ya 14 oso mìni ta fere be ta amaro ta ronye anjioko mìnina ta cini ta amaro ta 'da kpeye, tana tu Opi amaro Yesu rosi mìnina 'da a'done driuŋgyi be ta amaro ta oso mà'dona 'da ta amiro ta ronye.

15 Ta ono si maratate endaro käti ono ami täkyine, tana nyà'do robe äṛu be ritu. 16 Tana maratate ami täkyine oyi maro Makedonia ya si ago kpa ego maro si, tana musu ŋgaopa robe ni ami resi ta oyi maro Yuda ya rota. 17 Ugu tavo ono ora si ma'do ṛoko ŋgyiri ya? Tuse mabe tavo maro orana, inye'do mara ànya te tavousu andivo o'ba rosi käti, atane ekye: “Owo, owo” ago “Hwa, hwa” saa alo si ya? 18 Endaro oso Lu kabe ni taŋgye ata ronye, tao'ba maro ämiri ko ekye: “Owo” ago “hwa.” 19 Tana Yesu Kristo, Ŋgwa Lu ro, se apete ami lako Sila, Timoteo ndi ma be si, ko orivoya nda se orivoya “Owo” ago “Hwa” yi. Oko nda orivoya “Owo” Lu ro. 20 Tana nda ni orivoya “Owo” tao'ba cini Lu ro ri. Ta'doro Yesu Kristo si “Amen” amaro atate räṛu Lu roya. 21 Ni Lu andivona owo se 'ba ama ni a'done tro ami yibe, a'done ŋgyiri rudro'be ya Kristo be; ni Lu andivona owo se di ama te a'done to, 22 se 'ba mberi yi kuzupi rote ämädri, ago se ozo Tori Alokado te ya amaro ya tao'ba ro ro ŋgase cini nda kodrobe ämäri ta.

23 Ma Lu uzi tazevoedre'ba maro ro, nda ni ya maro te! Tana male ko rriti ezine ämidri, ta'doro maratate ko oyine Korineto ya. 24 Mà ko ojo ami o'bane mbara si taomane; oko mäni ndi anjioko nyà edre ŋgyiri taoma ya. Mà ugu losi oye ami yibe ta riyä ami modo rota.

1 From Paul, chosen by God to be an apostle of Jesus Christ, and from Timothy, who is also a follower.

To God's church in Corinth and to all of God's people in Achaia.

2 I pray that God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ will be kind to you and will bless you with peace!

Paul Gives Thanks

3 Praise God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! The Father is a merciful God, who always gives us comfort. 4 He comforts us when we are in trouble, so that we can share this same comfort with others in trouble. 5 We share in the terrible sufferings of Christ, but also in the wonderful comfort he gives. 6 We suffer in the hope that you will be comforted and saved. And because we are comforted, you will also be comforted, as you patiently endure suffering like ours. 7 You never disappoint us. You suffered as much as we did, and we know that you will be comforted as we were.

8 My friends, I want you to know what a hard time we had in Asia. Our sufferings were so horrible and so unbearable that death seemed certain. 9 In fact, we felt sure we were going to die. But this made us stop trusting in ourselves and start trusting God, who raises the dead to life. 10 God saved us from the threat of death, and we are sure that he will do it again and again. 11 Please help us by praying for us. Then many people will give thanks for the blessings we receive in answer to all these prayers.

Paul's Change of Plans

12 We can be proud of our clear conscience. We have always lived honestly and sincerely, especially when we were with you. And we were guided by God's gift of undeserved grace instead of by the wisdom of this world. 13 I am not writing anything you cannot read and understand. I hope you will understand it completely, 14 just as you already partly understand us. Then when our Lord Jesus returns, you can be as proud of us as we are of you.

15 I was so sure of your pride in us that I had planned to visit you first of all. In this way you would have the blessing of two visits from me— 16 once on my way to Macedonia and again on my return from there. Then you could send me on to Judea. 17 Do you think I couldn't make up my mind about what to do? Or do I seem like someone who says “Yes” or “No” simply to please others? 18 God can be trusted, and so can I, when I say our answer to you has always been “Yes” and never “No.” 19 This is because Jesus Christ the Son of God is always “Yes” and never “No.” And he is the one Silas, Timothy, and I told you about.

20 Christ says “Yes” to all God's promises. This is why we have Christ to say “Amen” for us to the glory of God. 21 And so God makes it possible for you and us to stand firmly together with Christ. God is also the one who chose us 22 and put his Spirit in our hearts to show that we belong only to him.

23 God is my witness that I stayed away from Corinth, just to keep from being hard on you. 24 We are not bosses who tell you what to believe. We are working with you to make you glad, because your faith is strong.