As God was kind to us, by loving us and giving us a Savior who came to show us the way to true freedom, He desires for us to be kind to each other. God has also been so good to us, so giving and generous to us, He expects His children to do good to one another.
While Goodnessis the quality of being helpful to someone else, Kindnessis being concerned for the welfare of someone else. Goodness is caring for others and showing them sympathy while Kindness is Goodness in action.
Today, we are focusing on the virtue of Goodness.
Thoughts: How would you describe Investing in someone and giving a gift to someone?
Doing good means investing in spiritual rewards that you may not immediately see. . This passage shows us the following: Sow What Reaps Eternal Rewards; Don’t Give Up Doing Good; and Seize the Opportunities God Gives.
- Looking at verses 1-5, What is the Law of Christ to you?
- How would you describe Apostle Paul’s encouragement on expressing kindness to anyone “caught up” in sin?
- Discuss each verse from 6-10.
Action Plan
How does everything you have learned today, enhance your understanding of acts of kindness?
Kindness can be described as treating others with care, respect, and consideration, motivated by a desire to help and uplift, rather than seeking personal gain or reward. It involves being thoughtful, empathetic, and compassionate, often expressed through small acts of generosity and support.
And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32
