2 Korineto'bai 11 - The Holy Bible in Moru (BAIBOLO ALOKADO) (MB)

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.

Paulo ndi Lazo'bai Kowe'bai ro be

1 Male ämiri yaiŋgyine ma be, ondro ma'do gica fere amama ro owo. Rägu nyìŋgyi mabe! 2 Ma yaoko be ta amiro ta, kpa oso Lu ronye; nyàlaba orivoya oso ŋgutikodroŋwa wäṛiro ma'ba ta be ogyene mano alodi aza ri ronye, se ni Kristo andivona. 3 Ma orivoya turi ro tana tauni drî amiro ro enjina 'da ago nye'bena taoma 'da ndi ŋgalu wäṛiro amiro ndra Kristo ri be, kpa oso odo Awa be tauni ini ro koweoga rosi ronye. 4 Tana nyà 'diaza se kabe ikyi amire ago kabe Yesu to ope 'do uru yai'dwesi, ko se màpe be 'do; ago miru tori ndi lazo se orivoya cu to ni Tori ndi lazo se nyùsube ni ama resi ri ono te!

5 Musu tavo kote makye ma orivoya vuru tipari ni ànya se äzite “lazo'bai” amiro ana ri! 6 Kode mäni ata ca ko kadoro oko, ma ko tauni ako, mà'ba ta ono ṛote ŋbelero ämiri tu cini si, ago ṛo ta cini yasi.

7 Märu ŋga aza kote ni ami rigyesi tuse mape Lazokado Lu ro be ämiri si, mologo andivo maro te vuru tana ma'ba ami robe ndra. Inye'do mayete koziro ya? 8 Tuse mabe ugu losi oye ami lako si, känisa azaka ozoyi päläti ni märi. Mugu ànya oco te ŋgaopa usu si ni ànya resi tana mapa ami robe. 9 Ago tuse mabe ami yibe si mokwo ami kote ta ŋgaopa rota tuse male parata te si; ädrupii se ikyiyite ni Makedonia yasi eziyi ŋgase cini malebe te. Oso tuse kälävube si ronye, ago kpa tu mileya ya ma'dona ko alona ŋgaläŋgyi ro ämiri! 10 Taŋgye Kristo ro maya si, ma tao'ba anjioko driuŋgyi maro ono o'bane a'done titiro i'do vo cini Akaya ro yasi. 11 Inye'do ma ta ono atana tana mulu ami ko ya? Lu ni ndi mulu ami!

12 Tase mabe ugu oyena yauono muguna ndi oyena, tana “lazo'bai” se azaka kai lagaza, ni a'dovoya ta azaka be ugu driuŋgyiza, ago ukyi uguyi ata 'da ekye ànya kayi losi gialo màbe oyena ono oyena. 13 Màno kai ko orivoya lazo'bai ŋgye yi, ànya orivoya lazo'bai kowe'bai, se kayi koweoga ta losi oye ànyaro rota, ago kayi andivo ànyaro tozana a'done oso lazo'bai ŋgye Kristo ro ronye. 14 A'do ko talaro ro! Ca Satani andivo unina ndi andivo ndaro tozane landrene oso malaika ŋgaeyi ro ronye! 15 Ruindu'bai ndaro kotozayi andivo ànyaro ca landrene oso ruindu'bai taŋgye ro ronye 'do ko ta amba yi. Äduro ànya usuna päläti taoye ànyaro ro 'da.

Rueza Paulo ro oso Lazo'ba ronye

16 Medelena kpa to'di beṛo ko 'diaza ri tavousune ekye ma amama yi. Oko ondro nyusu ndi inye, dia miru ma oso 'di amama ronye, tana ma'do robe driuŋgyi fere be. 17 Tase mabe ugu atana yauono ko tase Opi kolena märi atane owo; ta anya gi driuŋgyi ro ono ta, endaro ma ugu ata oso 'di amama ronye. 18 Oko 'di amba azaka orivoya ka driuŋgyi toto ta a'do lidri rota, mayena kpa inye. 19 Ami andivo orivoya tavouni amba be, ago nyiŋgyi ya kpate yai'dwesi ta 'di amama ro rota. 20 Nyìŋgyi ya te 'dise kabe ami oye iyeäṛi ronye be kode kabe ami odo kode kabe ami lodi miomba si kode kabe voondre ndra ami drisi kode kabe militi amiro o'bi be. 21 Ma orivoya driupiro ta ono ata voya, oko ama orivoya turi ro ŋga kai oyene.

Oko ondro 'diaza kolete driuŋgyine ta ŋga aza rota, ma ugu ata oso 'di amama ro ronye, ma'dona kpa driupiako oso 'do ronye. 22 Inye'do ànya orivoya Ebere'bai ya? Ma kpa inye. Inye'do ànya orivoya Yisaraele'bai ya? Ma kpa inye. Inye'do ànya orivoya zelevoi Abarayama roya? Ma kpa inye. 23 Inye'do ànya orivoya ruindu'bai Kristo ro ya? Ma ata oso 'di ŋgäbä ro ronye, oko ma orivoya ruindu'ba kadopara yi ndrani ànyari! Maye losi te amba ndra, avo ma te kamba ya perena amba, a'bi ma te co'da si amba ndra, ago ondroalo ma'dote ti odrane. 24 Perena nji drikaca'bai Yudai ro 'bi yi ma te co'da si 'butenätu fonjidriesu. 25 Perena nätu drikaca'bai Roma'bai ro 'biyi ma te co'da si, ago perena alo avo ma te kuni si. Perena nätu toŋbo se mabe udi sina tisite gyi ya, ago tu alo si marite saa 'buteritu fosu gyi ya. 26 Aba amba maro ya ma'dote rriti ya ni gyitändri ri ago ni ŋgatopa'bai ri, rriti ya ni Yudai azi ri ago ni Atrai ri, rriti a'dote 'bakicii yasi, rriti vocowa yasi, rriti gyi'desii drisi, ago rriti ni bereazii miodo'bai ro ri. 27 Losi ndi rriti be a'dote; ondoalo marite u'duako; ma'dote täbiri ro ndi gyilu be, ondoalo ma'dote ŋgaonya ako amba, vooriro, ndi boŋgo be ako. 28 Ago ŋga azaka tana eṛo ako, ma orivoya tu cini si ŋgaläŋgyi zele milo'be be ta känisa cini rota. 29 Ondro 'diaza orivoya mbaraako, musu ma kpa mbaraako, ondro 'diaza olocite takozi ya, ya maro te orivoya twi milo'be be.

30 Ondro ka'do be märi driuŋgyine, mäŋgyina drî ta ŋgase kabe mbaraako maro ka'da ta ayani. 31 Lu ago Täpi Opi Yesu ro, räṛu ka'do ävuru ndaro ri äduako, nite anjioko maga kowe ko. 32 Tuse mabe orivoya Damaseka ya wari'ba se 'Bädri'ba Aretasa zele nda 'ba vookwa'bai te dereŋwa 'bakici ro kalasi ma urune. 33 Oko e'ba ma te vuru koṛiga si piṛi tiṛi ro yasi, ago mapavote ni ndäri.