Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Profit?
8 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Profit in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about profit. This collection of 13 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 8 Verses About Profit
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- 4Matthew 16:26
“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?”
KJV - 5Mark 8:36
“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”
KJV - 6Acts 4:34
“Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold,”
KJV - 7Acts 20:20
“And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,”
KJV - 8Acts 20:35
“I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
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Subtopics of Profit
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Profit? (3 Verses)
“Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.”
“Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.”
“In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Profit? (5 Verses)
“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?”
“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”
“Neither was there any among them that lacked: for as many as were possessors of lands or houses sold them, and brought the prices of the things that were sold,”
“And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,”
“I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Profit
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about profit. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about profit and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about profit is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on profit needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about profit with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about profit, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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