Bible Verses about 'Possessions'
- 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.”
- Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
- Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God.
- All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.
- 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?
- The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom.
Though it cost all you have, get understanding. - If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
- Honor the Lord with your wealth,
with the firstfruits of all your crops. - For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.
Bible verse of the day
I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits,and in his word I put my hope.