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 sufferingLe
Lesson:
Kindness is considered highly important to the Lord as it is seen as a direct reflection of God’s own loving nature, a way to embody divine compassion, and a means to spread love and grace to others, essentially acting as a visible representation of one’s faith through actions rather than just words; essentially, by being kind, individuals are imitating God’s own kindness towards humanity.
Key points about kindness and the Lord:
- A reflection of God’s character:
Many scriptures portray God as inherently kind and merciful, so demonstrating kindness is seen as a way to emulate God’s character in the world. - A fruit of the Holy Spirit:
In Christianity, kindness is listed as one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit, signifying its importance in a Christian life. - Means to spread love:
Acts of kindness are considered a powerful way to show love and compassion to others, which aligns with the core teachings of most religi - Pathway to forgiveness:
Kindness can be a means to foster forgiveness and
The undeserving especially need your kindness as a reminder of God’s lasting love and infinite forgiveness. Be kind to the unkind, and they will see what really rests in your heart of hearts. Your kindheartedness will lead others to your source in Jesus Christ. Here the kindness of the Lord leads to repentance.
God shows kindness because that is what He is like, not because people are so worthy that they elicit kindness from Him. On the contrary, God’s kindness shows itself in spite of the way people are. Kindness is like love in the sense that it should not be shown just to.
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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