Psalms 145:8 You’re kind and tenderhearted to those who don’t deserve it and very patient with people who fail you.
Psalm 34. I will bless Yahweh at all times; his praise shall be in my mouth continually. My soul makes its boast in Yahweh; let the humble hear and be glad. Magnify Yahweh with me, and let us exalt his name together.
Ephesians 2:7, we learn that in the future ages, He will show the immeasurable riches of His grace and kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.
Ephesians 4:32 be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. 32 Be gentle with one another, sensitive. Forgive one another as quickly and thoroughly as God in Christ forgave you.
Romans 8:18 Paul says, “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us.” Notice the words “suffering” and “present time.” Christianity does not give us a free pass from suffering.
Lesson:
Nice” is not an English word used in any serious Bible translation and “being nice” is certainly not a biblical virtue. Although its close cousin, kindness, is a Christian virtue, being nice is to Christian kindness what being empathetic is to Christian compassion.The Scripture tells us in Ephesians 4:32 – “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”“But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.” — Luke 6:35, NIV.David came to the house of the LORD, but he lied to protect himself. David elaborated on his lie when he put false words in the mouth of Saul to establish an environment of secrecy (Do not let anyone know anything about the business on which I send you), and when he referred to “my young men” (David was all alone). Joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit that should be evident in the life of every believer. Our joy is in our Savior.Our culture has somewhat conflated the two, but it’s important to note that Scripture offers clarity: believers are called to act kindly. Kindness isn’t simple pleasantries or appearances like niceness is—kindness is a deep love, respect, and care for another.“But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.” “But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great.” “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them.”
Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father we pray that you help us all to be nice and kind to each other during this holiday season. Help us to give and lend a helping hand where it may be needed. We pray this in the name of Our lord and savior.
Lord Jesus take complete control of my life and help me to walk in Your footsteps daily by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord for saving me and I know you will answer my prayers. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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