Think On These Things: Wisdom For Life From ProverbsSample

A Little Kindness

There are differing interpretations of the first part of this verse. Some think that it is referring to a man who is truly desiring to show kindness to others, while others think it is referring to a rich man who desires to use his wealth to be a blessing to others. No doubt that such is the testimony of every Christian who has the love of God within them, to have money enough to help others who are in need.

We see this benevolence immediately manifest itself with Zacchaeus, who, the moment he came to the Savior, said that if he had wronged anyone, he would pay them back fourfold (Luke 19:8). Imagine what a shock that would have been to those he had overtaxed, to have that little man come to the door and with a big heart say, “I have put my faith in Jesus of Nazareth, so here is four times the amount I overtaxed you.”

May we also shock this world with kindness.

Soul Search: When was the last time I made an effort to right a wrong I had done to another?

Father, let me go the extra mile with others. Amen.

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