God’s word offers wisdom for threading this godly attribute into our lives, even when disagreeing. It’s an act of charity, or the lifting up (figuratively) of others. The Bible mentions “kindness” in over two-hundred instances and “kind” over four-hundred times. God’s kindness intends to turn us from sin: "Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?" Romans 2:4īe kind to one another: "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Ephesians 4:32 What Is Kindness and Why Is it Important? Kindness offers reward, its opposite (cruelty) brings destruction: "Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves." Proverbs 11:17 Proverbs 31 woman instructs with this powerful ingredient: "She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." Proverbs 31:26 The Bible instructs us to never let it leave us: "Let love and faithfulness never leave you bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. With all wisdom and understanding" Ephesians 1:7-8 Our Father is rich in kindness-salvation through Jesus is a result: "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us. God is filled with it: "The LORD is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does." Psalm 145:17 Otherwise, you also will be cut off." Romans 11:22 God is kind: "Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God: sternness to those who fell, but kindness to you, provided that you continue in his kindness.
But how do we remain kind when disagreeing? What does the Bible teach us about kindness? Bible Verses about Kindness
We see differences of opinion concerning politics, celebrities, biblical interpretation, pastors, marriage and other areas embroiling friends and family, churning inside the church, displayed on television, and even unfolding on social media feeds. Need some Bible verses about kindness? Ever found yourself smack in the middle of a heated disagreement? It happens.
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