'Kindness' Tagged Posts
Embracing Kindness: Reflecting Christ Amidst Political Divisions
As we stand on the brink of another presidential election, the political landscape seems more fractured than ever before. The air is thick with tension, and the chasms that divide us appear to have widened into seemingly unbridgeable gulfs. Partisan rhetoric echoes through our communities, social media feeds, and even our places of worship. Yet, amid this tumultuous climate, we, as Christians, are reminded of our higher calling. Our faith beckons us to rise above the fray and embody a…
The Power of Compassion
The saying goes, “If you want to understand someone, walk a mile in their shoes.” In other words, this is a call to practice empathy. Empathy is not only a crucial part of being a good Christian, but it is also a powerful tool for deepening our relationships with others. It’s about being understanding, compassionate, and willing to go out of our way to show kindness to those around us. So, let’s explore what biblical empathy is, the importance of…
Doing Good by the Words We Speak
We’ve all heard the saying, “think before you speak.” But what if we took that a step further and applied it to our spiritual lives? The Bible teaches us many things about living; one of the most important lessons is our word usage. John Wesley was an influential figure in the 18th-century Christian revival known as the Methodist movement. He believed that everyone, regardless of their social class or status, should have access to the power of the gospel. In…
Kindness is Kind of a Big Deal
The other morning, I was in the drive-through line to get my coffee. And a lady drove up from the opposite direction, and so I let her in line ahead of me. It wasn’t a big deal or anything. But when I got to the drive-through window to pay for my coffee, she had already paid for it in appreciation for letting her in front of me — pretty cool stuff. And so, I then paid for the person behind…