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What is the best way to show kindness to those around us?
Answer:
As a pastor and a father, I believe that showing kindness to those around us is essential in building strong relationships and demonstrating the love of Christ. One way to do this is by putting on a friendly manner, even when we're not feeling particularly friendly. This can lead to a genuine feeling of friendliness and help us to be more aware of the feelings of others. For example, my children would play the piano for our elderly neighbors, which brought them so much joy and created special memories for my family. As a parent, I've also learned the importance of teaching my children to be kind and gracious towards others. This includes training them to say "please" and "thank you", to greet people with a smile, and to show appreciation for the kindness of others. For instance, when my son Joshua stuck out his hand and said, "Nice to meet you, Mr. Kimball!", I was proud of him for showing respect and kindness to someone he didn't know. These small gestures can go a long way in making others feel valued and important. Ultimately, showing kindness to those around us is about living out our faith and being a reflection of Christ's love. As Hebrews 10:24-25 says, "Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one anotherand all the more as you see the Day approaching." By living missionally and serving others, we can demonstrate the love of Christ and make a positive impact on those around us.
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c s lewis
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
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john macarthur
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wayne grudem
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