If we’re not being kind, we’re not being loving. And, without love, we’re nothing. Sometimes we feel like it doesn’t matter how we talk to people so long as we’re telling them the truth. It’s important to tell the truth and stand up for what’s right. But we’re supposed to speak the truth in love, and love is kind!
Douglas used to think that it was a good idea to be mean to people, so long as he was telling the truth. For example, when his grandma asked if he would like some of the cranberry sauce she made, he told her, “No, thank you, it’s disgusting.” That’s not how we should treat people at all! We should do everything in our power to be kind with our words and actions. That doesn’t mean that we should lie to people, but just because something is true doesn’t mean that it’s good or kind. When Douglas was asked if he wanted cranberry sauce, he could have just said, “No, thank you” and been done with it. We need to remember how important love is in every aspect of our lives and do our best to love the way God loves. Love is kind.
“Love Is Kind” Bible Verses:
- 1 Corinthians 13:4 | Love is kind.
- 1 Corinthians 13:6 | Love rejoices in truth.
- Proverbs 3:3 | Kindness and truth are both important.
- Matthew 7:3-5 | Look at your own errors, not others.
- 1 John 4:8 | God is love.
- Ephesians 4:32 | Godly love is kind.
- Luke 6:35 | Kindness is love in action.
“Love Is Kind” Family Time Questions:
• What are some kinds of things that are true, but never need to be said?
• Why is it so important to be kind?
• What are some ways that we can show others kindness?
Prayer:
Dear God, thank you for your incredible kindness to me. Please help me to always do my best to be kind as well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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