acts of random kindness [+] Thursday E-Devotion

During the message this past Sunday at The Community Fellowship in 30 Days to Live series I asked our people to embrace something a little new but something that brings with it a powerful punch and push. Here we go:

Acts of Random Kindness (ARK) are simple things you do to show kindness to others. Honestly, I have been touched in HUGE ways by hearing other people's stories this week about how they have shown others kindness. Drop me a note if you have done this. I'd like some stories (just reply to this email).

Here is a video (some people think it's a bit cheesy and from youtube , but I like it because it gives some ideas): Granger Church A.R.K.

How are you showing others how good and how kind our God is? It is time to get out of your comfort zone, get out of being a taker and become a free-spirited giver of God's kindness. try it. You will like it.

Why?

Titus 3:4 --- But—"When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love,

Ephesians 2:7 --- So God can point to us in all future ages as examples of the incredible wealth of his grace and kindness toward us, as shown in all he has done for us who are united with Christ Jesus.

It's our turn:

Ephesians 4:32 --- Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.

Galatians 5:13 --- ... Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.

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