The Fruit of the Spirit Kindness - Galatians 5:22-23 - Part 5
We are living in a world that at times seems, mean, harsh, hostile. It is up to us to see make a difference by showing kindness to others.
Some ways to show kindness takes opening your eyes and noticing others who are hurting or has a need. A smile, a kind word, opening a door, helping someone carry a heavy load. These may seem minor to you but often it is major to the person you help.
Years ago I joined a 30-day discipleship group called "Ten Brave Christians." I was a new believer in Jesus and had a lot of things that needed to be eliminated from my life. I committed to several things but the one that was the hardest for me was to do an unselfish act for a different person each day for 30 days. It didn't take me long to realize I was not as concerned about others as I was about myself. I am thankful that my eyes were opened to see the importance of not just being all about "me, myself, and I." There is a world of people that need someone to show them kindness.
Kindness scriptures:
Ephesians 4:32 - Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Proverbs 11:17 - A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself."
Proverbs 21:21 - Whoever pursues righteousness, and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.
Psalms 145:13 - You manifest yourself as kindness in all you do.
Colossians 3:12 - Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
I can remember when I was growing up my parents said, "If you can't say something nice don't say anything"!!! How much better life would be if we would heed the advice of our parents.
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