Matthew 25:35

The Passion Translation

For when you saw me hungry, you fed me. When you found me thirsty, you gave me drink. When I had no place to stay, you invited me in,

Cross References

Proverbs 14:21

It’s a sin to despise one who is less fortunate than you, but when you are kind to the poor, you will prosper and be blessed.

Proverbs 14:31

Insult your Creator, will you? That’s exactly what you do every time you oppress the powerless! Showing kindness to the poor is equal to honoring your maker.

Proverbs 19:17

Every time you give to the poor you make a loan to the Lord. Don’t worry—you’ll be repaid in full for all the good you’ve done.

Proverbs 22:9

When you are generous to the poor, you are enriched with blessings in return.

Proverbs 25:21

Is your enemy hungry? Buy him lunch. Win him over with your kindness.

Ezekiel 18:16

nor exploit nor defraud anyone. He does not steal but feeds the hungry and clothes the needy.

Ezekiel 18:7

He exploits and defrauds no one. He does not steal but generously feeds the hungry and clothes the needy.

Daniel 4:27

“Your Majesty, please be willing to do what I say and accept my advice. Renounce your sins by doing what is right. Turn from your wickedness by showing mercy to the poor and unfortunate, and perhaps your prosperity will continue.”

Matthew 25:40

“And the King will answer them, ‘Don’t you know? When you cared for one of the least of these, my little ones, my true brothers and sisters, you demonstrated love for me.’

Matthew 26:11

You will always have someone poor whom you can help, but you will not always have me.

Mark 14:7

You will always have the poor, whom you can help whenever you want, but you will not always have me.

Luke 11:41

If you free your heart of greed, show compassion and true generosity to the poor, you will have more than clean hands; you will be clean within.

John 13:29

Some thought that Judas, their trusted treasurer, was being told to go buy what was needed for the Passover celebration, or perhaps to go give something to the poor.

Acts 10:31

He said, ‘Cornelius, God has heard your prayers. Your generosity to the poor has been recorded and remembered in God’s presence.

Acts 11:29

So they determined that each believer, according to his or her ability, would give an offering to send as relief to the brothers living in Judea.

Acts 16:15

She devoted herself to the Lord, and we baptized her and her entire family. Afterward she urged us to stay in her home, saying, “Since I am now a believer in the Lord, come and stay in my house.” So we were persuaded to stay there.

Acts 4:32

All the believers were one in mind and heart. Selfishness was not a part of their community, for they shared everything they had with one another.

Romans 12:13

Take a constant interest in the needs of God’s beloved people and respond by helping them. And eagerly welcome people as guests into your home.

Romans 12:20

And: If your enemy is hungry, buy him lunch! Win him over with kindness. For your surprising generosity will awaken his conscience, and God will reward you with favor.

Romans 16:23

My kind host here in Corinth, Gaius, likewise greets you, along with the entire congregation of his house church. Also, the city administrator Erastus and our brother Quartus send their warm greetings.

Ephesians 4:28

If any one of you has stolen from someone else, never do it again. Instead, be industrious, earning an honest living, and then you’ll have enough to bless those in need.

1 Timothy 5:10

They should have a beautiful testimony of raising their families, practicing hospitality, encouraging other believers, comforting troubled ones, and have a reputation for doing good works.

Philemon 1:7

Your love has impacted me and brings me great joy and encouragement, for the hearts of the believers have been greatly refreshed through you, dear brother.

Hebrews 13:16

We will show mercy to the poor and not miss an opportunity to do acts of kindness for others, for these are the true sacrifices that delight God’s heart.

Hebrews 6:10

For God, the Faithful One, is not unfair. How can he forget the beautiful work you have done for him? He remembers the love you demonstrate as you continually serve his beloved ones for the glory of his name.

James 1:27

True spirituality that is pure in the eyes of our Father God is to make a difference in the lives of the orphans, and widows in their troubles, and to refuse to be corrupted by the world’s values.