Put it On

Colossians 3:

So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience;

Just a few more days on this study on “kindness.”

Here we see that being kind is something we have to “put on.”

It’s up to us to be compassionate.  We must see others in their need and be stirred to action.

It’s up to us to show kindness by deeds of selflessness.

It’s up to us to be humble, gentle and patient as we are kind toward others.  In other words, we don’t broadcast about how kind we are, we don’t show kindness only to those who are kind to us, and we are patient with even the most undeserving of kindness.

Why?

Because we too are undeserving of kindness, yet He showed us kindness, and it led us to Him.

Always remember the kindness you have been shown, and then you will be able to wear the garment of kindness that you can share with others in need of an action of love.