What does the Bible say about offerings?

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The Bible teaches that offerings are grateful, willing acts of worship flowing from God’s grace, given generously to meet needs, advance gospel ministry, and store up treasure in heaven. Jesus commends sacrificial generosity in Mark 12:41-44 and teaches that our hearts follow what we treasure in Luke 12:33-34. Believers give not to earn God’s favor, but because they have received it in Christ. In 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Paul calls for cheerful, purposeful giving, trusting God to supply what is needed. Acts 4:32-35 portrays the church sharing freely so that none lacked, while Acts 20:35 reminds us that it is more blessed to give than to receive.