5 Listen, my dear brothers: Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised those who love him?
6 But you have insulted the poor. Is it not the rich who are exploiting you? Are they not the ones who are dragging you into court?
7 Are they not the ones who are slandering the noble name of him to whom you belong?
Acts 26:18 - to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so... Click to read the verse Acts 26:18 Click to read the verse Acts 26:18
Matthew 13:38 - The field is the world, and the good seed stands for the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:38 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:38
Psalms 5:11 - But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection ... Click to read the verse Psalms 5:11 Click to read the verse Psalms 5:11
Judges 9:7 - When Jotham was told about this, he climbed up on the top of Mount Gerizim and shouted to them,... Click to read the verse Judges 9:7 Click to read the verse Judges 9:7
1 Thessalonians 2:12 - encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his king... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12
Psalms 145:20 - The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. Click to read the verse Psalms 145:20 Click to read the verse Psalms 145:20
Titus 3:7 - so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal l... Click to read the verse Titus 3:7 Click to read the verse Titus 3:7
Revelation 3:18 - I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothe... Click to read the verse Revelation 3:18 Click to read the verse Revelation 3:18
Isaiah 41:9 - I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are... Click to read the verse Isaiah 41:9 Click to read the verse Isaiah 41:9
Job 34:19 - who shows no partiality to princes and does not favor the rich over the poor, for they are all ... Click to read the verse Job 34:19 Click to read the verse Job 34:19
Luke 12:32 - “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Click to read the verse Luke 12:32 Click to read the verse Luke 12:32
Deuteronomy 30:6 - The Lord your God will circumcise your hearts and the hearts of your descendants, so that you m... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 30:6 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 30:6
Galatians 3:29 - If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise. Click to read the verse Galatians 3:29 Click to read the verse Galatians 3:29
Acts 7:2 - To this he replied: “Brothers and fathers, listen to me! The God of glory appeared to our fathe... Click to read the verse Acts 7:2 Click to read the verse Acts 7:2
1 Peter 1:4 - and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade—kept in heaven for you, Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:4 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:4
1 Samuel 2:30 - “Therefore the Lord, the God of Israel, declares: ‘I promised that your house and your father’s... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:30 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:30
Hebrews 1:14 - Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:14 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:14
Romans 8:17 - Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we s... Click to read the verse Romans 8:17 Click to read the verse Romans 8:17
1 Corinthians 3:21-23 - So then, no more boasting about men! All things are yours, Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:21-23 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 3:21-23
Hebrews 6:17 - Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what... Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:17 Click to read the verse Hebrews 6:17
2 Corinthians 6:10 - sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 6:10 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 6:10
1 Corinthians 2:9 - However, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God h... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9
Matthew 25:34 - “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take yo... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:34 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:34
Luke 16:25 - “But Abraham replied, ‘Son, remember that in your lifetime you received your good things, while... Click to read the verse Luke 16:25 Click to read the verse Luke 16:25
Romans 8:28 - More Than Conquerors And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love hi... Click to read the verse Romans 8:28 Click to read the verse Romans 8:28
2 Timothy 4:18 - The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:18 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:18
Proverbs 8:32 - “Now then, my sons, listen to me; blessed are those who keep my ways. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:32 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:32
Proverbs 7:24 - Now then, my sons, listen to me; pay attention to what I say. Click to read the verse Proverbs 7:24 Click to read the verse Proverbs 7:24
Psalms 31:19 - How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow i... Click to read the verse Psalms 31:19 Click to read the verse Psalms 31:19
Luke 4:18 - “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. H... Click to read the verse Luke 4:18 Click to read the verse Luke 4:18
Matthew 11:5 - The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy are cured, the deaf hear, the de... Click to read the verse Matthew 11:5 Click to read the verse Matthew 11:5
1 Corinthians 1:27 - But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of t... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:27 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:27
Revelation 21:7 - He who overcomes will inherit all this, and I will be his God and he will be my son. Click to read the verse Revelation 21:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:7
Exodus 20:6 - but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love me and keep my commandments. Click to read the verse Exodus 20:6 Click to read the verse Exodus 20:6
Luke 16:11 - So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true ri... Click to read the verse Luke 16:11 Click to read the verse Luke 16:11
Joshua 22:5 - But be very careful to keep the commandment and the law that Moses the servant of the Lord gave... Click to read the verse Joshua 22:5 Click to read the verse Joshua 22:5
Isaiah 25:4 - You have been a refuge for the poor, a refuge for the needy in his distress, a shelter from the... Click to read the verse Isaiah 25:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 25:4
Daniel 9:4 - I prayed to the Lord my God and confessed: “O Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his co... Click to read the verse Daniel 9:4 Click to read the verse Daniel 9:4
Matthew 13:43 - Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:43 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:43
Ephesians 3:8 - Although I am less than the least of all God’s people, this grace was given me: to preach to th... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:8 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:8
2 Corinthians 8:9 - For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:9 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:9
Luke 7:22 - So he replied to the messengers, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The ... Click to read the verse Luke 7:22 Click to read the verse Luke 7:22
1 Samuel 2:8 - He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap; he seats them with prin... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:8 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:8
Luke 6:20 - Looking at his disciples, he said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Click to read the verse Luke 6:20 Click to read the verse Luke 6:20
Ephesians 1:4 - For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4
Isaiah 56:6 - And foreigners who bind themselves to the Lord to serve him, to love the name of the Lord, and ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 56:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 56:6
Leviticus 25:47 - “‘If an alien or a temporary resident among you becomes rich and one of your countrymen becomes... Click to read the verse Leviticus 25:47 Click to read the verse Leviticus 25:47
1 Kings 22:28 - Micaiah declared, “If you ever return safely, the Lord has not spoken through me.” Then he adde... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 22:28 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 22:28
Ephesians 1:18 - I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:18
James 1:12 - Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will rece... Click to read the verse James 1:12 Click to read the verse James 1:12
1 Corinthians 8:3 - But the man who loves God is known by God. Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 8:3 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 8:3
Mark 7:14 - Again Jesus called the crowd to him and said, “Listen to me, everyone, and understand this. Click to read the verse Mark 7:14 Click to read the verse Mark 7:14
2 Timothy 4:8 - Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, w... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:8 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:8
Psalms 119:141 - Though I am lowly and despised, I do not forget your precepts. Click to read the verse Psalms 119:141 Click to read the verse Psalms 119:141
Psalms 91:14 - “Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledg... Click to read the verse Psalms 91:14 Click to read the verse Psalms 91:14
Job 34:10 - “So listen to me, you men of understanding. Far be it from God to do evil, from the Almighty to... Click to read the verse Job 34:10 Click to read the verse Job 34:10
Isaiah 26:6 - Feet trample it down— the feet of the oppressed, the footsteps of the poor. Click to read the verse Isaiah 26:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 26:6
Judges 5:31 - “So may all your enemies perish, O Lord! But may they who love you be like the sun when it rise... Click to read the verse Judges 5:31 Click to read the verse Judges 5:31
Hebrews 11:26 - He regarded disgrace for the sake of Christ as of greater value than the treasures of Egypt, be... Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:26 Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:26
Psalms 97:10 - Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and deliver... Click to read the verse Psalms 97:10 Click to read the verse Psalms 97:10
Zechariah 12:7 - “The Lord will save the dwellings of Judah first, so that the honor of the house of David and o... Click to read the verse Zechariah 12:7 Click to read the verse Zechariah 12:7
Matthew 5:3 - “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3
Zechariah 11:7 - So I pastured the flock marked for slaughter, particularly the oppressed of the flock. Then I t... Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:7 Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:7
2 Chronicles 23:11 - Jehoiada and his sons brought out the king’s son and put the crown on him; they presented him w... Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 23:11 Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 23:11
1 Kings 3:3 - Solomon showed his love for the Lord by walking according to the statutes of his father David, ... Click to read the verse 1 Kings 3:3 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 3:3
Isaiah 14:32 - What answer shall be given to the envoys of that nation? “The Lord has established Zion, and in... Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:32 Click to read the verse Isaiah 14:32
Matthew 6:20 - But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where ... Click to read the verse Matthew 6:20 Click to read the verse Matthew 6:20
Mark 12:37 - David himself calls him ‘Lord.’ How then can he be his son?” The large crowd listened to him wi... Click to read the verse Mark 12:37 Click to read the verse Mark 12:37
2 Kings 4:2 - Elisha replied to her, “How can I help you? Tell me, what do you have in your house?” “Your ser... Click to read the verse 2 Kings 4:2 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 4:2
Acts 3:6 - Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesu... Click to read the verse Acts 3:6 Click to read the verse Acts 3:6
James 1:9 - The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. Click to read the verse James 1:9 Click to read the verse James 1:9
2 Corinthians 8:2 - Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:2 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 8:2
Proverbs 8:18 - With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:18 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:18
Psalms 106:5 - that I may enjoy the prosperity of your chosen ones, that I may share in the joy of your nation... Click to read the verse Psalms 106:5 Click to read the verse Psalms 106:5
Ephesians 1:11 - In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:11 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:11
2 Thessalonians 3:5 - May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance. Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:5 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 3:5
1 Corinthians 1:26 - Brothers, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human stand... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:26 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:26
Psalms 40:17 - Yet I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me. You are my help and my deliverer; O my God, ... Click to read the verse Psalms 40:17 Click to read the verse Psalms 40:17
James 1:16 - Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers. Click to read the verse James 1:16 Click to read the verse James 1:16
Job 22:25 - then the Almighty will be your gold, the choicest silver for you. Click to read the verse Job 22:25 Click to read the verse Job 22:25
Psalms 113:7 - He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap; Click to read the verse Psalms 113:7 Click to read the verse Psalms 113:7
Psalms 9:18 - But the needy will not always be forgotten, nor the hope of the afflicted ever perish. Click to read the verse Psalms 9:18 Click to read the verse Psalms 9:18
Luke 16:22 - “The time came when the beggar died and the angels carried him to Abraham’s side. The rich man ... Click to read the verse Luke 16:22 Click to read the verse Luke 16:22
John 7:48 - “Has any of the rulers or of the Pharisees believed in him? Click to read the verse John 7:48 Click to read the verse John 7:48
Job 38:14 - The earth takes shape like clay under a seal; its features stand out like those of a garment. Click to read the verse Job 38:14 Click to read the verse Job 38:14
Psalms 86:1 - Psalm 86 A prayer of David. Hear, O Lord, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. Click to read the verse Psalms 86:1 Click to read the verse Psalms 86:1
Psalms 18:27 - You save the humble but bring low those whose eyes are haughty. Click to read the verse Psalms 18:27 Click to read the verse Psalms 18:27
Psalms 69:36 - the children of his servants will inherit it, and those who love his name will dwell there. Click to read the verse Psalms 69:36 Click to read the verse Psalms 69:36
Mark 10:23 - Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdo... Click to read the verse Mark 10:23 Click to read the verse Mark 10:23
Zechariah 11:11 - It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew it was ... Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:11 Click to read the verse Zechariah 11:11
Zephaniah 3:12 - But I will leave within you the meek and humble, who trust in the name of the Lord. Click to read the verse Zephaniah 3:12 Click to read the verse Zephaniah 3:12
Isaiah 29:19 - Once more the humble will rejoice in the Lord; the needy will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel. Click to read the verse Isaiah 29:19 Click to read the verse Isaiah 29:19
1 Timothy 6:18 - Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:18 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 6:18
Luke 9:58 - Jesus replied, “Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no pla... Click to read the verse Luke 9:58 Click to read the verse Luke 9:58
2 Peter 1:11 - and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:11 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:11
Romans 5:17 - For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will ... Click to read the verse Romans 5:17 Click to read the verse Romans 5:17
Proverbs 13:7 - One man pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth. Click to read the verse Proverbs 13:7 Click to read the verse Proverbs 13:7
Revelation 2:9 - I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say ... Click to read the verse Revelation 2:9 Click to read the verse Revelation 2:9
Luke 12:21 - “This is how it will be with anyone who stores up things for himself but is not rich toward God.” Click to read the verse Luke 12:21 Click to read the verse Luke 12:21
Matthew 17:27 - “But so that we may not offend them, go to the lake and throw out your line. Take the first fis... Click to read the verse Matthew 17:27 Click to read the verse Matthew 17:27
Acts 2:14 - Peter Addresses the Crowd Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed t... Click to read the verse Acts 2:14 Click to read the verse Acts 2:14
Luke 14:21 - “The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angr... Click to read the verse Luke 14:21 Click to read the verse Luke 14:21
2 Corinthians 4:15 - All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:15 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 4:15
2 Thessalonians 1:5 - All this is evidence that God’s judgment is right, and as a result you will be counted worthy o... Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:5 Click to read the verse 2 Thessalonians 1:5
Luke 22:29 - And I confer on you a kingdom, just as my Father conferred one on me, Click to read the verse Luke 22:29 Click to read the verse Luke 22:29
Mark 4:3 - “Listen! A farmer went out to sow his seed. Click to read the verse Mark 4:3 Click to read the verse Mark 4:3
Luke 16:20 - At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores Click to read the verse Luke 16:20 Click to read the verse Luke 16:20
1 Corinthians 1:26-28 - Brothers, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human stand... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:26-28 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:26-28
Philemon 1:17 - So if you consider me a partner, welcome him as you would welcome me. Click to read the verse Philemon 1:17 Click to read the verse Philemon 1:17
James 2:15 - Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. Click to read the verse James 2:15 Click to read the verse James 2:15
Proverbs 8:17-21 - I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:17-21 Click to read the verse Proverbs 8:17-21
Luke 9:57-58 - The Cost of Following Jesus As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, “I will fol... Click to read the verse Luke 9:57-58 Click to read the verse Luke 9:57-58
