Last night I gave a talk at Pleasant View about being kind to others the way God has been kind to us. I used the word "kind" to describe a sympathetic feeling that is compelled to help.
One of the areas of kindness that I did not get to discuss last night is this idea of being kind to others is actually a benefit to oneself.
Hear the words of Proverbs 11:16-17
A kindhearted woman gains respect, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
Kindness has a way of building a climate of goodwill among a group of people. It will gain you respect (worth far more than wealth). Also, when kindness is directed toward the poor, reward comes from the Lord (the poor are close to heart of God).
Proverbs 19:17
He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward him for what he has done.
If we allow kindness to steer our feelings, time, money, and effort it will actually benefit not only the beneficiary of our kindness but ourselves as well. AND be blessed by the Lord.
Be looking with me today for where we can be kind to others.
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