The Gospels don't give a fully detailed account of Jesus's finances, but we can piece together some information from various passages:
* Donations and Support: Luke 8:1-3 mentions women who were healed by Jesus and who supported him "out of their own means." This suggests a system of voluntary donations from followers and those who benefited from his ministry. The names of some of these women are given as Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna.
* Common Purse: The disciples had a common treasury, managed by Judas Iscariot (John 12:6, 13:29). This treasury was likely funded by donations and possibly by the disciples' own contributions. They used it to buy supplies and give to the poor.
* Hospitality: Jesus and his disciples often relied on the hospitality of others for food and lodging. They were invited into people's homes and shared meals (Luke 10:38-42, Matthew 10:11).
* Limited Personal Possessions: Jesus emphasized detachment from material wealth. He told a rich young man to sell his possessions and give to the poor (Matthew 19:21). He himself did not own a home (Matthew 8:20). This suggests that the ministry operated on a modest budget, focused on basic necessities.
It's likely a combination of these factors that sustained Jesus and his disciples during their ministry.