But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. – Galatians 5:22-23
Be kinder than necessary,
for everyone you meet is fighting
some kind of battle.
― T.H. Thompson and John Watson
I love me some fruits of the Spirit.
I also love being around people that exude fruits of the Spirit. You know the type: with every interaction they affirm to you more and more that they love you. And that love is genuine. Even when you are in a bad mood, they are understanding and non-judmental. Which then makes you feel sheepish about your current attitude, but still loved. I tweeted yesterday that I think kindness is an underrated fruit of the Spirit.
The thing is, kindness speaks God’s love in a loud way. In a busy world that only has time for the successful or the urgent, kindness shows genuine concern. Respects personhood. Honors. Cares.
The other thing is: you probably know 10 people in your life right now that need special kindness. They are moving through a battle, and the last thing they need is another jerk or judgement to their long list of frustrations. You might be that person that needs an extra does of kindness.
Be genuinely kind today. The contrast will refresh and revive people in need of hope, and will smell of the gospel.
Jessie Davis 