Proverbs 11:24

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Sometimes you can become rich by being generous or poor by being greedy.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 31:10

The high priest at the time was Azariah, a descendant of Zadok, and he replied, “Ever since the people have been bringing us their offerings, we have had more than enough food and supplies. The LORD has certainly blessed his people. Look at how much is left over!”

Psalm 112:9

They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor.

Proverbs 11:18

Meanness gets you nowhere, but goodness is rewarded.

Proverbs 11:23

Good people want what is best, but troublemakers hope to stir up trouble.

Proverbs 11:25

Generosity will be rewarded: give a cup of water, and you will receive a cup of water in return.

Proverbs 13:7

Some who have nothing may pretend to be rich, and some who have everything may pretend to be poor.

Proverbs 19:17

Caring for the poor is lending to the LORD, and you will be well repaid.

Proverbs 28:27

Giving to the poor will keep you from poverty, but if you close your eyes to their needs, everyone will curse you.

Proverbs 28:8

If you make money by charging high interest rates, you will lose it all to someone who cares for the poor.

Ecclesiastes 11:6

Plant your seeds early in the morning and keep working in the field until dark. Who knows? Your work might pay off, and your seeds might produce.

Haggai 1:6

You harvest less than you plant, you never have enough to eat or drink, your clothes don't keep you warm, and your wages are stored in bags full of holes.

Malachi 3:8

You people are robbing me, your God. And, here you are, asking, “How are we robbing you?” You are robbing me of the offerings and of the ten per cent that belongs to me.

Luke 6:38

If you give to others, you will be given a full amount in return. It will be packed down, shaken together, and spilling over into your lap. The way you treat others is the way you will be treated.

Deuteronomy 15:10

You should be happy to give the poor what they need, because then the LORD will make you successful in everything you do.