2 Corinthians 9:7

God's Word

Each of you should give whatever you have decided. You shouldn’t be sorry that you gave or feel forced to give, since God loves a cheerful giver.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 29:17

I know, my God, that you examine hearts and delight in honesty. With an honest heart I have willingly offered all these things. I’ve been overjoyed to see your people here offering so willingly to you.

1 Chronicles 29:9

The people were overjoyed that the leaders gave so generously and wholeheartedly to the Lord. King David was also overjoyed, and

Exodus 25:2

“Tell the Israelites to choose something to give me as a special contribution. You must accept whatever contribution each person freely gives.

Exodus 35:5

Choose something of your own to give as a special contribution to the Lord. Let everyone who is willing bring this kind of contribution to the Lord: gold, silver, and bronze,

Proverbs 11:25

A generous person will be made rich, and whoever satisfies others will himself be satisfied.

Proverbs 22:9

Whoever is generous will be blessed because he has shared his food with the poor.

Isaiah 32:5

Godless fools will no longer be called nobles, nor will scoundrels be considered gentlemen.

Isaiah 32:8

But honorable people act honorably and stand firm for what is honorable.

Acts 20:35

I have given you an example that by working hard like this we should help the weak. We should remember the words that the Lord Jesus said, ‘Giving gifts is more satisfying than receiving them.’ ”

Romans 12:8

If it is encouraging others, devote yourself to giving encouragement. If it is sharing, be generous. If it is leadership, lead enthusiastically. If it is helping people in need, help them cheerfully.

2 Corinthians 8:12

with whatever contributions you have. Since you are willing to do this, ⌞remember⌟ that people are accepted if they give what they are able to give. God doesn’t ask for what they don’t have.

Deuteronomy 15:14

Generously give them provisions—sheep from your flocks, grain from your threshing floor, and wine from your winepress. Be as generous to them as the Lord your God has been to you.

Philemon 1:14

Yet, I didn’t want to do anything without your consent. I want you to do this favor for me out of your own free will without feeling forced to do it.

James 5:9

Brothers and sisters, stop complaining about each other, or you will be condemned. Realize that the judge is standing at the door.

1 Peter 4:9

Welcome each other as guests without complaining.