Romans 12:8
The speaker to his exhortation. Let the man who gives in charity do so with a generous heart; let him who is in authority exercise due diligence; let him who shows kindness do so in a cheerful spirit.
2 Corinthians 9:7
Let every one give as he has determined before hand, not grudgingly or under compulsion; for God loves 'a cheerful giver.'
1 Corinthians 12:28
In the Church God has appointed, first, Apostles, secondly Preachers, thirdly Teachers; then he has given supernatural powers, then power to cure diseases, aptness for helping others, capacity to govern, varieties of the gift of 'tongues.'
1 Timothy 5:17
Those Officers of the Church who fill their office well should be held deserving of especial consideration, particularly those whose work lies in preaching and teaching.
Acts 13:15
After the reading of the Law and the Prophets, the President of the Synagogue sent them this message--"Brothers, if you have any helpful words to address to the people, now is the time to speak."
Acts 15:32
Judas and Silas, who were themselves Prophets, further encouraged the Brethren by many an address, and strengthened their faith.
Matthew 6:2-4
Therefore, when you do acts of charity, do not have a trumpet blown in front of you, as hypocrites do in the Synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. There, I tell you, is their reward!
Matthew 25:40
And the King will reply 'I tell you, as often as you did it to one of these my Brothers, however lowly, you did it to me.'
Luke 21:1-4
Looking up, Jesus saw the rich people putting their gifts into the chests for the Temple offerings.
Acts 2:44-46
All who became believers in Christ held everything for the common use;
Acts 4:33-35
The Apostles continued with great power to bear their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and God's blessing rested upon them all abundantly.
Acts 11:28-30
One of them, named Agabus, came forward and, under the influence of the Spirit, foretold a great famine that was to spread over all the world--a famine which occurred in the reign of Claudius.
Acts 13:12
When the Governor saw what had happened, he became a believer in Christ, being greatly impressed by the teaching about the Lord.
Acts 20:2
After going through those districts and speaking many encouraging words to the disciples, he went into Greece, where he stayed three months.
Acts 20:28
Be watchful over yourselves, and over the whole flock, of which the Holy Spirit has placed you in charge, to shepherd the Church of God, which he won for himself at the cost of his life.
Romans 12:13
Relieving the wants of Christ's People; devoted to hospitality.
Romans 13:6
This, too, is the reason for your paying taxes; for the officials are God's officers, devoting themselves to this special work.
1 Corinthians 14:3
But he who preaches is speaking to his fellow men words that will build up faith, and give them comfort and encouragement.
2 Corinthians 1:12
Indeed, our main ground for satisfaction is this--Our conscience tells us that our conduct in the world, and still more in our relations with you, was marked by a purity of motive and a sincerity that were inspired by God, and was based, not on worldly policy, but on the help of God.
2 Corinthians 8:1-9
We would remind you, Brothers, of the love that God has shown to the Churches in Macedonia--
2 Corinthians 8:12
For, where there is willingness, a man's gift is valued by its comparison with what he has, and not with what he has not.
2 Corinthians 9:11
Rich in all things yourselves, you will be able to show liberality to all, which, with our help, will cause thanksgiving to be offered to God.
2 Corinthians 9:13
Through the evidence afforded by the service thus rendered, you cause men to praise God for your fidelity to your profession of faith in the Good News of the Christ, as well as for the liberality of your contributions for them and for all others.
2 Corinthians 11:3
Yet I fear that it may turn out that, just as the Serpent by his craftiness deceived Eve, so your minds may have lost the loyalty and purity due from you to the Christ.
Ephesians 6:5
Slaves, obey your earthly masters, with anxious care, giving them ungrudging service, as if obeying the Christ;
Colossians 3:22
Slaves, always obey your earthly masters, not only when their eyes are on you, as if you had but to please men, but giving them ungrudging service, in your reverence for the Master.
1 Thessalonians 2:3
Our appeal to you was not based on a delusion, nor was it made from unworthy motives, or with any intention of misleading you.
1 Thessalonians 2:8
In our strong affection for you, that seemed to us the best way of sharing with you, not only God's Good news, but our very lives as well--so dear had you become to us.
1 Thessalonians 5:12-14
We beg you, Brothers, to value those who toil among you, and are your leaders in the Lord's service, and give you counsel.
1 Timothy 3:4-5
he should be a man who rules his own household well, and whose children are kept under control and are well-behaved.
1 Timothy 4:13
Till I come, apply yourself to public reading, preaching, and teaching.
Hebrews 10:25
And let us not, as some do, cease to meet together; but, on the contrary, let us encourage one another, and all the more, now that you see the Day drawing near.
Hebrews 13:7
Do not forget your Leaders, the men who told you God's Message. Recall the close of their lives, and imitate their faith.
Hebrews 13:17
Obey your Leaders, and submit to their control, for they are watching over your souls, as men who will have to render an account, so that they may do it with joy, and not in sorrow. That would not be to your advantage.
Hebrews 13:22
I beg you, Brothers, to bear with these words of advice. For I have written only very briefly to you.
Hebrews 13:24
Give our greeting to all your Leaders, and to all Christ's People. Our friends from Italy send their greetings to you.
1 Peter 4:9-11
Never grudge hospitality to one another.
1 Peter 5:2-3
I urge you to be true shepherds of the flock of God among you, not because you are compelled, but of your own free will; not from a base love of gain, but with a ready spirit;