Hebrews 13:16 “And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such…”

Hebrews 13:16

And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

World English Bible

But don’t forget to be doing good and sharing, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

American Standard Version

But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

Geneva Bible 1599

To doe good, and to distribute forget not: for with such sacrifices God is pleased.

Darby Translation

But of doing good and communicating [of your substance] be not forgetful, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

Young's Literal Translation

and of doing good, and of fellowship, be not forgetful, for with such sacrifices God is well-pleased.

Bible in Basic English

But go on doing good and giving to others, because God is well-pleased with such offerings.

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Cross references

“to do”

Galatians 6:10 2 Thessalonians 3:13 Matthew 25:35–40 Psalm 37:3 Acts 10:38 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Galatians 6:10 · BSB

Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.

2 Thessalonians 3:13 · BSB

But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing.

Matthew 25:35–40 · BSB

For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in,

Psalm 37:3 · BSB

Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.

Acts 10:38 · BSB

how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him.

1 Thessalonians 5:15 · BSB

Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.

“communicate”

Romans 12:13 1 Timothy 6:18 Ephesians 4:28 Luke 18:22 Galatians 6:6 Philemon 1:6

Romans 12:13 · BSB

Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.

1 Timothy 6:18 · BSB

Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

Ephesians 4:28 · BSB

He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing good with his own hands, that he may have something to share with the one in need.

Luke 18:22 · BSB

On hearing this, Jesus told him, “You still lack one thing: Sell everything you own and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.”

Galatians 6:6 · BSB

Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor.

Philemon 1:6 · BSB

I pray that your partnership in the faith may become effective as you fully acknowledge every good thing that is ours in Christ.

“with such”

Hebrews 6:10 Philippians 4:18 Psalm 51:19 Micah 6:7 Micah 6:8

Hebrews 6:10 · BSB

For God is not unjust. He will not forget your work and the love you have shown for His name as you have ministered to the saints and continue to do so.

Philippians 4:18 · BSB

I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

Psalm 51:19 · BSB

Then You will delight in righteous sacrifices, in whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on Your altar.

Micah 6:7 · BSB

Would the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, with ten thousand rivers of oil? Shall I present my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul?

Micah 6:8 · BSB

He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

15Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.

17Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.

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