Luke 14:12

God's Word

Then he told the man who had invited him, “When you invite people for lunch or dinner, don’t invite only your friends, family, other relatives, or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they will return the favor.

Cross References

Proverbs 14:20

A poor person is hated even by his neighbor, but a rich person is loved by many.

Proverbs 22:16

Oppressing the poor for profit ⌞or⌟ giving to the rich certainly leads to poverty.

Matthew 5:46

If you love those who love you, do you deserve a reward? Even the tax collectors do that!

Luke 1:53

He fed hungry people with good food. He sent rich people away with nothing.

Luke 1:58

Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had been very kind to her, and they shared her joy.

Luke 14:11

Those who honor themselves will be humbled, but people who humble themselves will be honored.”

Luke 14:13

Instead, when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the handicapped, the lame, and the blind.

2 Corinthians 6:13

I’m talking to you as I would talk to children. Treat us the same way we’ve treated you. Make a place for us in your hearts too.