The 7 Benefits of Giving (2024)

Did you know that there are many benefits to giving to God? Here are 7 Benefits that the Bible talks about that occur in our lives when we decide to be faithful in giving financially.

1. GIVING MAKES US MORE LIKE GOD.

“God so loved the world that He gave his one of kind son…” John 3:16

2. GIVING DRAWS US CLOSER TO GOD.

“Where your treasure is, there your heart is also.” Matthew 6:21

3. GIVING IS THE ANTIDOTE TO MATERIALISM.

“Command those who are rich in this present word not to be arrogant nor to put hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to be generous and willing to share. In this way they may take hold of the life that is truly Life.” 1 Timothy 6:17-19

4. GIVING STRENGTHENS OUR FAITH.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding… Honor the Lord by giving the first part of your income, and He will fill your barns to overflowing.” Proverbs 3:5, 9

5. GIVING IS AN INVESTMENT FOR ETERNITY.

“…Give happily to those in need, and always be ready to share whatever God has given you. By doing this, you will be storing up real treasure for yourselves in heaven—it is the only safe investment for eternity.” 1 Timothy 6:18-19 (LB)

6. GIVING BLESSES US IN RETURN.

“A generous man himself will be blessed.” Proverbs 22:9

“A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25

“Good will come to him who is generous.” Psalm 112:5

“Give and it will be given you…For the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” Luke 6:38

7. GIVING MAKES US HAPPY.

JESUS: “There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.” Acts 20:35

“The people rejoiced…for they had given freely and wholeheartedly to the Lord.” Proverbs 11:25