There are many Bible verses about giving in secret. Throughout the Old and New Testaments, we see countless stories and examples of God’s people giving generously to those in need.
In Matthew 6:3-4, Jesus tells us that we should do so in secret when we offer because our motivation should not be to receive recognition or praise from others but to please God.
Bible Verses about Giving in Secret
We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with messages about the importance of self-promotion and self-importance.
So, it can be challenging to let go of the need to be seen and recognized for our generosity. However, we will find true fulfillment when we give with the right motivation.
If you are looking for ways to give back but are unsure where to start, here are a few Bible verses about giving money in secret that can help guide you.
Matthew 6:4 – The aim of assisting others is not to make a name for ourselves.
So that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Matthew 6:4 ESV
The generosity of God’s people has always been a defining characteristic. But the aim of assisting others is not to make a name for ourselves but to glorify the name of the Lord. We are to let our light shine not for our glory but for God’s honor.
God wants us to share what we have with others in need, so we are fortunate to have it. To bring glory to God and not to human eyes, let’s nurture the attitude of giving to those in need.
2 Corinthians 9:7 – Give voluntarily and from a place of joy.
Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
2 Corinthians 9:7 ESV
The primary point of 2 Corinthians 9:7 is that since it is in God’s nature to be generous and open-hearted, we should give voluntarily and from a place of joy. God blesses us and gives us the same amount of charity as we give to others when we do so.
Hebrews 13:16 – Even small gestures mean a lot.
“Don’t forget to do good and to share what you have because God is pleased with these kinds of sacrifices.
Hebrews 13:16
One of the ways you can demonstrate your love for the Lord is to be compassionate and caring towards those you encounter here on Earth. Even small gestures can mean a great deal.
A believer is expected to love both individuals inside and outside the faith community and express concern for those he knows and those he does not.
As we take up our cross every day and follow Jesus, “Do not neglect to do good,” do not forget to give to those in need, for these are the little sacrifices that please God.
Matthew 6:3 – Act with sincere intentions.
But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing
Matthew 6:3 NIV
Jesus instructs us to act with sincere intentions rather than aiming to get attention and admiration from others. Knowing your inner heart’s desires, God will honor your generosity.
Whenever we give or do good, we constantly try to give God credit and acclaim for it rather than ourselves. Jesus encourages us to donate out of genuine love and charity with the only purpose of honoring God.
Luke 6:38 – We will be satisfied by God and inherit His kingdom.
Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.
Luke 6:38 ESV
Jesus advises giving without expecting anything in return. We will be satisfied by God, and we will inherit His kingdom. Jesus skillfully explains the adage “give and it will be given to you” in this verse.
A kind person will not only profit from the kindness and generosity of others, but they will also “dump into your lap a good measure-pressed down, shaken together, and running over,” according to what Christ teaches.
We are storing up treasure in heaven for ourselves by giving to others through small deeds of kindness or a generous attitude of care and concern.
Colossians 3:17 – Ask yourself.
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
Colossians 3:17
This brief verse summarizes what the Christian’s life should look like and how the born-again believer should behave moment by moment, in word and deed, mind and motive.
When we decide to give to people, let us ask ourselves this question: Can this action be carried out in the name of Jesus and to His glory by giving to people in public? Whatever we do, be it sharing our riches with others, let it praise God.
Matthew 6:1 – Those who perform good things solely for the approval of others will not be blessed by God.
Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven
Matthew 6:1 NIV
Doing the right thing for the wrong cause, according to Jesus’ warning, is doing the right thing. He emphasized that ideas and attitudes are just as crucial as behaviors in determining righteousness.
God will not bless those who perform good things solely for the approval of others. Because they are primarily concerned with worldly support, hypocrites make sure everyone notices their charity and prayers. True worshippers donate quietly and privately behind closed doors; God the Father sees and rewards them.
Matthew 5:42 – Show incredible generosity to others.
Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.
Matthew 5:42 NIV
Being kind isn’t always straightforward. Sometimes, it’s necessary to hold your resources—such as money, time, and energy—to yourself. This verse is a gentle reminder to maintain an open heart, although sometimes challenging.
Jesus did not intend for us to allow anyone to take advantage of us financially. However, Jesus demands that we show incredible generosity to others.
Giving and lending are two charitable obligations that Christ unites and places on an equal level, and we are expected to perform these two actions covertly.
Bible Verses about Giving Money in Secret
One of the things the Bible is clear on is the importance of giving. Throughout Scripture, we are admonished to give generously and openly. However, there are also occasions when the Bible speaks about giving secretly.
I will examine five Bible verses about giving money in secret in this blog post. We will also explore what these verses can teach us about giving generously and selflessly.
Romans 12:13
“Contribute to the needs of God’s people, and welcome strangers into your home.
Romans 12:13 ESV
This straightforward verse doesn’t require much justification. God wants you to share your benefits with everyone you contact, especially those in need.
God wants us to give to others without expecting recognition or acclaim from others, and he desires that we give cheerfully.
Deuteronomy 22:4
“Don’t just watch your fellow Israelite’s donkey or ox fall down in the road and do nothing about it. You must help your fellow Israelite get the animal up again.”
Deuteronomy 22:4 CEB
Love for one’s neighbor is shown in several real-world circumstances, and the New Covenant likewise forbids neglecting to assist a neighbor in need.
Here, God criticized the sin of inaction. It is a sin against your brother and against God to ignore your brother when he is in need and to hide from them.
Please don’t turn a blind eye to the suffering of others, and instead, help them through it.
Matthew 25:44-45
“Then they will reply, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison and didn’t do anything to help you?’ Then he will answer, ‘I assure you that when you haven’t done it for one of the least of these, you haven’t done it for me.
Matthew 25:44-45 CEB
God is present everywhere, as this verse serves to remind us. It can sometimes be challenging to feel his presence, particularly when encountering a needy stranger.
However, the Bible teaches us that God also cares for those who are different from us and loves them. Today, refugees and victims of natural disasters make up many of the “strangers” in need. We must donate to those in need without expecting the world to notice because it is moral.
Deuteronomy 15:11
“Poor persons will never disappear from the earth. That’s why I’m giving you this command: you must open your hand generously to your fellow Israelites, to the needy among you, and to the poor who live with you in your land.”
Deuteronomy 15:11 CEB
Someone will always be in need. You have a duty to God as a believer to lend a helping hand to those in need in your neighborhood.
God issues a clear directive regarding poverty: be generous. He encourages us to give to the needy and assist them covertly rather than publicly.
1 John 3:17
“But if someone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but refuses to help — how can the love of God dwell in a person like that?”
1 John 3:17 CEB
God is love, and those walking in spirit and truth and abiding in Christ will possess the qualities of a passionate love for God and a kind love for others.
Giving to those in need and displaying love is not enough to demonstrate our Christian character; we also need to do these things secretly, away from the prying eyes of others.
Bible Verses about what is done in Secret
One of the things that the Bible is clear about is that what is done in secret is just as important as what is done in public. In other words, our generosity and kindness should not be done to receive recognition or praise.
We should do them because we want to help others and improve the world. That is the true spirit of giving.
Here are some Bible verses about what is done in secret. Read on to learn more.
Proverbs 9:17
“Stolen water is sweet and bread eaten in secret is pleasant
Proverbs 9:17 ESV
In this Passage, Solomon reminds us that what is done in secret may bring us pleasure and gains at the moment, but the metaphors of “stolen water” and “bread eaten in secret” are meant to conjure up images of something that is done in secret.
The idea that stealing is preferable to asking for something, which God has approved, is held by a thief. He also thinks that his sin will stay secret, but evil cannot escape God’s all-seeing eye, and the result of sin is death rather than happiness.
Luke 12:2-3
Nothing is covered up that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed on the housetops.
Luke 12:2-3 ESV
Because nothing is hidden that won’t be made known, No sin, no matter how hidden or privately committed it may be, will ever escape detection sooner or later; if not in this life, which is frequently the case, then at the final judgment and in the world to come.
Nothing is hidden from God, so we should respect him more than people. We shouldn’t believe that we are capable of keeping secrets.
Matthew 6:6
But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Matthew 6:6 ESV
One of the things Jesus encouraged us to do is to pray to our Father in Secret and not be like the hypocrites. Jesus emphasized that we should pray to our heavenly Father in private.
As we approach the throne of grace because of our identity with Christ Jesus our Lord, this is specifically intended for our prayer time, where the child of God enjoys sweet communion with his heavenly Father.
Let’s pray daily in the solitude of our private prayer “closet” because it is one of the most significant and unique rights Christians have in this Church age of grace.
Mark 4:22
For nothing is hidden except to be made manifest; nor is anything secret except to come to light.
Mark 4:22 ESV
Jesus is primarily referring to the gospel of the kingdom. Nature, God’s providential dealings with humanity, and the spiritual realm all include numerous mysteries. But everything mysterious and confusing will be made apparent in the heavenly kingdom.
Some secondary and broader applications can be drawn from this verse, which states that the secrets of all men will manifest at the judgment of the great day.
Whatever you do in secret, whether giving, praying, or committing sin, on the last day, all things kept hidden will be revealed in the open.
Conclusion
Giving in secret is a straightforward rule that can help you stick to your routine of charitable giving.
Nobody else needs to know how much money you donate or where it goes. Giving to God is more important than how much you offer in terms of money or material possessions.
Give generously to help spread His message around the globe and let go of your fear. Ask Him to direct your donation and assist you in upholding His name when you do so.
