But the Fruit of the Spirit is
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,faith, gentleness, and self-control.
Galatians 5:22-23
Kindness and
goodness are two great qualities of the Fruit of the Spirit, ones that can make
our world a better place. People, whether Christian or not, seem to have a
difficult time showing kindness and goodness. We live in a self-centered world.
Many feel entitled and put their needs ahead of others.
I have read where
Christian people sometimes show the worst behavior in a restaurant. We can be
the most impatient in grocery store lines, traffic situations, or waiting for
service. Shame on us for not being kinder and willing to show goodness to others!
The word kindness means the quality or state of
being kind; a kind deed; affection. The
word goodness means the beneficial
quality of being kind. As we see they go hand in hand. When we exercise
kindness we are also showing goodness. What a better world we would have with
just a bit more kindness! There would be less stress for all and a feeling of
accomplishment when we do as Jesus would do.
I actually think we
utilize more energy being unkind than when we are kind. Furthermore, we feel
worse about ourselves when we take control instead of allowing the Holy Spirit
to control our actions. Kindness becomes a matter of obedience and a choice we
must make if we follow the teachings of Jesus. The greatest act of kindness and
goodness was given when Jesus died for us. How then can we not be kind to
others?
Try to think of ways
to be kind to others. Think less of your desires and more of satisfying the
needs of others. Then kindness and goodness will permeate your life, and you
will please the Savior.
Thank
you Jesus for showing kindness and goodness when you gave your life to save us.
Sharon
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