Romans 12:13

New English Translation

Contribute to the needs of the saints, pursue hospitality.

Cross References

2 Samuel 17:29

honey, curds, flocks, and cheese. For they said, “The people are no doubt hungry, tired, and thirsty there in the desert.”

2 Kings 4:10

Let’s make a small private upper room and furnish it with a bed, table, chair, and lamp. When he visits us, he can stay there.”

Psalm 41:1

How blessed is the one who treats the poor properly! When trouble comes, the Lord delivers him.

Proverbs 31:20

She extends her hand to the poor, and reaches out her hand to the needy.

Matthew 25:35

For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,

Acts 10:4

Staring at him and becoming greatly afraid, Cornelius replied, “What is it, Lord?” The angel said to him, “Your prayers and your acts of charity have gone up as a memorial before God.

Acts 4:35

and placing them at the apostles’ feet. The proceeds were distributed to each, as anyone had need.

Romans 12:8

if it is exhortation, he must exhort; if it is contributing, he must do so with sincerity; if it is leadership, he must do so with diligence; if it is showing mercy, he must do so with cheerfulness.

1 Corinthians 16:15

Now, brothers and sisters, you know about the household of Stephanus, that as the first converts of Achaia, they devoted themselves to ministry for the saints. I urge you

2 Corinthians 9:1

For it is not necessary for me to write you about this service to the saints,

2 Corinthians 9:12

because the service of this ministry is not only providing for the needs of the saints but is also overflowing with many thanks to God.

Galatians 6:10

So then, whenever we have an opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who belong to the family of faith.

1 Timothy 3:2

The overseer then must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, an able teacher,

1 Timothy 5:10

and has a reputation for good works: as one who has raised children, practiced hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in distress – as one who has exhibited all kinds of good works.

Titus 1:8

Instead he must be hospitable, devoted to what is good, sensible, upright, devout, and self-controlled.

Titus 3:14

Here is another way that our people can learn to engage in good works to meet pressing needs and so not be unfruitful.

Philemon 1:7

I have had great joy and encouragement because of your love, for the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, brother.

Hebrews 13:16

And do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for God is pleased with such sacrifices.

Hebrews 13:2

Do not neglect hospitality, because through it some have entertained angels without knowing it.

Hebrews 6:10

For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love you have demonstrated for his name, in having served and continuing to serve the saints.

1 Peter 4:9

Show hospitality to one another without complaining.

1 John 3:17

But whoever has the world’s possessions and sees his fellow Christian in need and shuts off his compassion against him, how can the love of God reside in such a person?

3 John 1:5

Dear friend, you demonstrate faithfulness by whatever you do for the brothers (even though they are strangers).