Kindness-A Quality Expressed in Word and Action - KINDNESS ATTRACTS OTHERS

Even the apostle Paul listed what distinguished him as God's minister, he included "kindness." (2 Corinthians 6:3-6) People were drawn to Paul because of his personal interest in them, which he expressed through kind actions and word.  (Acts 28:21-31) Similarly, we can attract people to the truth b y our kind behavior. When we show kindness to all, including those who oppose us, we may warm their heart and melt away their hostility. (Romans 12:20) In time, they may even be attracted to the Bible's message. 

In the earthly Paradise to come, countless resurrected ones will no doubt be thrilled to experience true kindness, perhaps for the first time.  Out of gratitude, they in turn will be moved to show kindness  to others. Anyone then living who refuses to show kindness and help others will have no permanent place under God's Kingdom. On the other hand, those approved by God to live forever will treat one another in a loving and kind way. (Psalm 37:9-120 What a secure and peaceful world that will be! However, before that blessed time arrives, how can we benefit now from showing kindness? 

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