Kindness - A Quality Expressed in Word and Action - kINDNESS REQUIRES POSITIVE ACTION

In the examples noted above, we see that true kindness is expressed by action.  Jesus illustrated the need for action in the parable about the neighborly Samaritan.  Although animosity existed between Samaritans and Jews, the Samaritan men in the parable felt pity for a man who had been robbed, beaten, and left half-dead on the road. Kindness moved the Samaritan to action. He treated the man's wounds and took him to an inn. The Samaritan then paid the innkeeper to care for the injured man and even offered to pay for any additional expenses. - Luke 10:29-37. 

While kindness is often expressed by deeds, it can also be shown through thoughtful and motivating words.  Hence, though "anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down," the Bible adds that "a good word cheers it up." (Proverbs 12:25) We can lift the spirits of others when we are motivated by kindness and goodness to share up-building things with them.  Our kind words will show that we care about them.  Thus encouraged, they will cope better with the trials they face in life. -Proverbs 16:24. 

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