Luke 12:17

New Living Translation

He said to himself, ‘What should I do? I don’t have room for all my crops.’

Cross References

Ecclesiastes 11:2

But divide your investments among many places, for you do not know what risks might lie ahead.

Isaiah 58:7

Share your food with the hungry, and give shelter to the homeless. Give clothes to those who need them, and do not hide from relatives who need your help.

Matthew 16:7

At this they began to argue with each other because they hadn’t brought any bread.

Matthew 5:42

Give to those who ask, and don’t turn away from those who want to borrow.

Luke 10:25

One day an expert in religious law stood up to test Jesus by asking him this question: “Teacher, what should I do to inherit eternal life?”

Luke 11:41

So clean the inside by giving gifts to the poor, and you will be clean all over.

Luke 12:16

Then he told them a story: “A rich man had a fertile farm that produced fine crops.

Luke 12:18

Then he said, ‘I know! I’ll tear down my barns and build bigger ones. Then I’ll have room enough to store all my wheat and other goods.

Luke 12:22

Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear.

Luke 12:29

“And don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things.

Luke 12:33

“Sell your possessions and give to those in need. This will store up treasure for you in heaven! And the purses of heaven never get old or develop holes. Your treasure will be safe; no thief can steal it and no moth can destroy it.

Luke 16:3

“The manager thought to himself, ‘Now what? My boss has fired me. I don’t have the strength to dig ditches, and I’m too proud to beg.

Luke 16:9

Here’s the lesson: Use your worldly resources to benefit others and make friends. Then, when your possessions are gone, they will welcome you to an eternal home.

Luke 18:22

When Jesus heard his answer, he said, “There is still one thing you haven’t done. Sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”

Luke 19:17

“‘Well done!’ the king exclaimed. ‘You are a good servant. You have been faithful with the little I entrusted to you, so you will be governor of ten cities as your reward.’

Luke 3:11

John replied, “If you have two shirts, give one to the poor. If you have food, share it with those who are hungry.”

Acts 16:30

Then he brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”

Acts 2:37

Peter’s words pierced their hearts, and they said to him and to the other apostles, “Brothers, what should we do?”

Romans 12:13

When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.

1 Timothy 6:17

Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment.

1 John 3:16

We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters.