The Power of Biblical Kindness: Nurturing Compassion in a Broken World
One of the attributes of love according to the Bible is kindness. In 1 Corinthians 13:4 the Bible says that love is patient and kind. In a world often characterized by division and self-centeredness, kindness without expecting anything in return is something that holds the power to transform lives, heal wounds, and restore brokenness. Kindness is the bridge that promotes reconciliation and peace in a hurting world.
This thoughtful compilation of insightful articles is a practical resource that will help you apply this concept beyond theory into your everyday life. Each article delves into the Scriptures, uncovering narratives and teachings that showcase the profound impact of kindness on the world at large. Through practical stories rooted in the inspiring Word of God these articles are an eye-opener for all who are trying to make the world a better place to live in.
In our modern lives we don’t always have the time to measure our actions in the light of God’s word, this stepwise reading plan however offers the opportunity to create ripples of kindness in fast- paced world. As you read these articles it our prayer that your efforts however small, will bring light and hope to the world you live in.
| Day 1: Unexpected Kindness
The theme of giving was one the apostle Paul wrote about in his letter to gentile Christians in Ephesus. He called them to leave their old lives behind and embrace the new, saying that they were saved by grace.
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| Day 2: Intentional Kindness
A traveler seated next to her quickly offered to hold the baby while Jessica got her daughter buckled in. Then the traveler—recalling his own days as a young dad—began coloring with the toddler while Jessica fed her infant.
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| Day 3: Constant Kindness
How simple and how sensible! Yet who has not wounded the heart of someone dear to us by a harsh word? By doing so, we disturb the peace and quiet of the hour and we can undo much of the good we have done toward those we love.
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| Day 4: Anonymous Kindness
As one person’s anonymous kindness reminded me, giving should never be about us. We give only because of what our generous God has so lavishly given us. As we give quietly and generously, we reflect who He is—and God receives the thanksgiving only He deserves.
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| Day 5: Acts of Kindness
When Peter arrived, the widows Tabitha had helped showed him the evidence of her kindness—“the robes and other clothing that [she] had made”. We don’t know if they asked him to intervene, but led by the Holy Spirit Peter prayed and God brought her back to life!
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| Day 6: Legacy of Kindness
In Acts 9, the apostle Luke shares a story about Dorcas, a woman who was “always doing good and helping the poor” (v. 36). After she got sick and died, the grieving community urged Peter to visit. All the widows showed Peter how Dorcas had lived to serve (v. 39).
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| Day 7: Kindness and Hospitality
As we extend kindness and hospitality, doors open for us to introduce friends and strangers to God, who “is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins” (Ephesians 1:7). Kindness and hospitality flow from Him!
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| Day 8: The Beauty of Kindness
Jesus’ own disciples were impressed by the compassion-fuelled kindness He continually exhibited. Matthew noted that even after long periods of teaching in the synagogues and healing many, when Jesus “saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd”.
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| Day 9: The Power of Kindness
That simple human exchange brought me joy for days to follow. It seemed the most natural thing for that precious woman to put her hand to my face, to hold my eyes with hers, to speak a word of delight. Paul knew the power of such simple humanness, of kindness—energised by the Holy Spirit—extended to those we encounter.
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| Day 10: Evidence of Kindness
When Paul wrote about these things to the Ephesian believers, he told them, “God can point to us in all future ages as examples of . . . his grace and kindness”. As we read the Bible today, we can see what Paul meant. We are able to look back on centuries of changed lives and see evidence of God’s kindness.
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| Day 11: The Reward Of Kindness
Some scholars explain that the narrator wanted to protect him from the embarrassment resulting from his inability or unwillingness to assume responsibility for Ruth and Naomi. Rabbinic traditions, … this is poetic justice for the one who refused to preserve the name of a kinsman because he was worried about his own inheritance and posterity.
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