Being stingy, or unwilling to share and give to others, is not looked at favorably in the Bible. Many verses remind us of the importance of generosity and helping those in need. When we hold tightly to our possessions and refuse to help others, we miss out on blessings and the joy of giving. God’s Word teaches us that true happiness comes from sharing and caring for those around us.
Today, we will look at some Bible verses that discuss stingy people. We’ll see what the Bible says about being generous and the consequences of holding on too tightly to our things. Understanding these verses can help us grow in kindness and learn the value of sharing our resources with others.
Bible Verses About Stingy People
Proverbs 11:24
“One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.” – Proverbs 11:24
This verse teaches that generosity leads to abundance, while tightfistedness results in loss. When we share our resources with others, we open ourselves to greater blessings. Holding on too tightly can lead to a lack of fulfillment and missed opportunities for joy.
Luke 6:38
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” – Luke 6:38
This verse illustrates the principle of reciprocity in giving. When we choose to give generously, we invite God’s blessings back into our lives. The more we give, the more we receive, showing us that a heart open to helping others is rewarded.
Proverbs 21:26
“All day long he craves for more, but the righteous give without sparing.” – Proverbs 21:26
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6-7
This passage emphasizes the importance of intention in our giving. It reminds us to give joyfully rather than grudgingly. Being stingy does not produce the joy that comes from giving freely. Each act of kindness can create ripples of positivity in the world.
Proverbs 28:27
“Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.” – Proverbs 28:27
Matthew 6:19-21
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:19-21
Proverbs 22:9
“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9
Malachi 3:10
“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” – Malachi 3:10
1 Timothy 6:17-19
“Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their 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 do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.” – 1 Timothy 6:17-19
Luke 12:15
“Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.” – Luke 12:15
James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17
Proverbs 19:17
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17
Ecclesiastes 11:1
“Ship your grain across the sea; after many days you may receive a return.” – Ecclesiastes 11:1
2 Corinthians 8:12
“For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have.” – 2 Corinthians 8:12
Proverbs 15:27
“The greedy bring trouble to their households, but the one who hates bribes will live.” – Proverbs 15:27
Acts 20:35
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” – Acts 20:35
Proverbs 17:5
“Whoever mocks the poor shows contempt for their Maker; whoever gloats over disaster will not go unpunished.” – Proverbs 17:5
Psalm 37:21
“The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous give generously.” – Psalm 37:21
Luke 3:11
“John answered, ‘Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none, and anyone who has food should do the same.'” – Luke 3:11
Proverbs 26:12
“Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them.” – Proverbs 26:12
Isaiah 58:10
“And if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noon day.” – Isaiah 58:10
Proverbs 3:9-10
“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.” – Proverbs 3:9-10
Ecclesiastes 5:10
“Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless.” – Ecclesiastes 5:10
Galatians 6:7
“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.” – Galatians 6:7
Matthew 25:40
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'” – Matthew 25:40
Proverbs 10:22
“The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it.” – Proverbs 10:22
Colossians 3:12-14
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – Colossians 3:12-14
1 John 3:17
“If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person?” – 1 John 3:17
Philippians 2:4
“Not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” – Philippians 2:4
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16