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Your Question:
What is the best way to show kindness to those around us when we're feeling isolated?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feelings of isolation, and I believe the best way to show kindness to those around us when we're feeling isolated is to put on a friendly manner, even if we don't feel like it. This might seem superficial at first, but it can actually help us become more genuinely friendly over time. By pretending to be a nicer person than we are, we can begin to feel more friendly and kind towards others. One of the ways my family has shown kindness to others is through small acts of service, such as helping our elderly neighbors. My children used to play the piano for them, which brought a lot of joy. We also baked cookies for police officers and firefighters, and made homemade thank-you notes. These small acts of kindness can help us build stronger relationships with those around us and show the love of Christ to others. When we're feeling isolated, it's easy to get caught up in our own struggles and withdraw from others. But that's exactly when we need to reach out and show kindness to those around us. By doing so, we can break down the walls of isolation and build stronger, more loving communities. 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 another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
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raising kids to follow christ
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