A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.
Saint Basil
When was the last time you were having a hard day and someone showed you kindness? Chances are it may not have solved your problem, but it did make you feel better.
What do you think of when you hear the word kindness? Is it tenderness, affection, courtesy, gentleness, grace, hospitality, patience, sympathy or understanding?
Maybe you think of the phrase “random acts of kindness” or “pay it forward”.
Being kind is mentioned in the Bible many times. God wants us to be a light for others, to offer affection and grace, and to bring him glory in the process. I’ve found in my journey that not only do I feel better about life when I am kind to others but it also gives me a sense of purpose and direction.
Each day in April, there will be a new verse about kindness, a quote about kindness and a small kindness challenge. Whether you decide to do 31 acts of kindness or 1, each one matters and I know you will feel wonderful after completing them!
I hope you are ready to join in starting tomorrow (April 1st) for this new series.
Day 1: Showing the Fruit of the Spirit Working in You
Day 3: Spreading Kindness: Showing Compassion & Forgiveness
Day 4: Spreading Kindness To Strangers
Day 5: Spreading Kindness Through God’s Love & Faithfulness
Day 6: Spreading Kindness To Others By Doing What’s Best For Them
Day 7: Spreading Kindness: Living A Simple Life
Day 8: Spreading Kindness With Unremembered Acts Of Love
Day 9: Spreading Kindness With Wise Words And Instruction
Day 10: Spreading Kindness To Those Who Are Sad, Sick, Or Hurting
Day 11: Spreading Kindness Through Random Acts
Day 12: Advancing God’s Kingdom By Spreading Kindness
Day 13: Spreading Sincere Kindness To Others
Day 14: God Offers Love & Kindness
Day 15: Spreading Kindness By Volunteering
Day 16: Are You Living Inside-Out or Outside-In?
Day 17: Changing Lives With Kindness
Day 18: Praising Children For Being Kind
Day 19: Being Kind To Ourselves
Day 20: Do You Create Or Destroy Kindness?
Right now on Facebook, I’m doing my first “act” of kindness! You should check it out, you might be one of the first to receive a small token of my appreciation for my readers!
What is your favorite way to extend kindness to others?
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Sounds like a fun project, Jenny. I appreciate your focus on biblical kindness. Those little things that bless others may be unexpected, but they aren’t “random.” We can be purposeful about being kind because God is kind to us all the time.
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I like to focus on having a more pleasant attitude with others, and smile more often. And when I can tangibly do it, buy someone coffee! 🙂
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I love this project you are doing, looking forward to seeing where it goes!
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Thanks, Joy! 🙂
Love this!!! Excited to check back here throughout the month. God bless. <
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