Matthew 6:3

The Passion Translation

But when you demonstrate generosity, do it with pure motives and without drawing attention to yourself.

Cross References

Matthew 12:19

He will not quarrel or raise his voice in public.

Matthew 6:2

So when you give to the poor, don’t announce it and make a show of it just to be seen by people, like the hypocrites in the streets and in the marketplace. They’ve already received their reward!

Matthew 6:4

Give secretly and your Father, who sees all you do, will reward you openly.”

Matthew 8:4

Then Jesus said to him, “Don’t speak to anyone, but go at once and find a priest and show him what has happened to you. Make sure to take the offering Moses commanded so he can certify your healing.”

Matthew 9:30

And instantly their eyes opened—they could see! Then Jesus warned them sternly, “Make sure that you tell no one what just happened!”

Mark 1:44

saying, “Don’t say anything to anyone about what just happened, but go find a priest and show him that you’ve been healed. Then bring the offering that Moses commanded for your cleansing as a living testimony to everyone.”

John 7:4

No one can see what you’re doing here in the backwoods of Galilee. How do you expect to be successful and famous if you do all these things in secret? Now is your time—go to Jerusalem, come out of hiding, and show the world who you are!”