Yesterday our study was, "A Not-So-Random-Act-Of-Kindness. We looked at some simple, practical ways to demonstrate God's love and kindness to the world around them.Our main passage was Matthew 5:43-48
Love for Enemies
43"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 46If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? 47And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? 48Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
For our hands on activity we made thank-you cards and committed to doing something kind to someone in our lives in need of kindness. We tried not to pick our immediate family or best friend.
For thought:
Do you think something as simple as an act of kindness can point someone towards Jesus Christ?
Take Home Challenge:
1. Give your card (and present if possible) to the person you decided this week
2. Try to do one random act of kindness per day for the next week and report back.