“Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another,” Romans 12:10 NKJV. Kindness attracts a crowd. I am not talking about “Kindness Stories” being featured on the local news showcasing random acts of kindness. Those are great, but I am referring to a much more meaningful crowd that is attracted by kindness; a huge crowd of divine characteristics quickly surrounds genuine kindness; Tenderheartedness, forgiveness, mercy, joy, peace, and many more immediately begin appearing as kindness prevails. One godly act invites another, and so, on it goes. Kindness should be central to our approach toward others at all times. God is kind beyond description, so His children must follow His example. Lord God, You are kind beyond measure, help me be more like You. May kindness be the centerpiece of Your work through me.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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