Call UsTreat Others Well – Rhapsody Of Realities TeeVo Devotional December 26th
(Kindness Is Kingdom Culture)
TO THE BIBLE: Romans 12:10 NKJV
“Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.”
LET’S TALK
A young gardener once noticed something fascinating. Each morning, he watered a patch of flowers by his neighbor’s fence, even though it wasn’t his responsibility.
Weeks later, the flowers bloomed so beautifully that their fragrance filled his own garden. What he gave away in kindness found its way back to bless him!
That’s how God’s kingdom works. Whatever good you do for others, you’re not really doing for them—you’re doing it unto the Lord.
Moments like these remind us that kindness is never wasted. In the kingdom of God, every gesture of love is seen—and remembered.
Proverbs 19:17 (NLT) says, “If you help the poor, you are lending to the LORD—and he will repay you!” Your treatment of others is, in fact, a reflection of your worship to God.
This is why we must give without grumbling. Philippians 2:14-15 NKJV exhorts us to “Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.” Your kindness is a testimony. It’s light in a dark world.
Even when it feels unnoticed, God sees. Colossians 3:23-24 NKJV reminds us, “…Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.” That means every helping hand, every word of grace, every moment you choose to love over hate—it all counts in heaven.
Everyone who treats people well, turns out to be a success in just a matter of time. Why? Because God treats people well and He’s always on the lookout for those who manifest His character.
Even if the person doesn’t say thank you. Even if they repay you with unkindness. The Bible says, “Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult.
On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.” (1 Peter 3:9 NIV)
So, choose to be a carrier of Christ’s love. Be intentional. Be generous. Be present. Let others testify that their lives changed for the better because they met you.
Go Deeper
Ephesians 4:32; Luke 6:27-36
Speak:
Blessed Father, thank you for your love that’s shed abroad in my heart by the Holy Spirit and which I dispense effortlessly. I spread joy, peace and love everywhere because you’ve made me a vessel of blessing to my world. Those I meet testify of your goodness, love, grace and blessings they enjoy because of me.
Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Revelation 17:1-18, Zechariah 1-3
TWO YEAR
Revelation 19:11-21, Zechariah 7-8
Act:
Look for one person today you can show unexpected kindness to—no spotlight, no reward, just Jesus in action through you.
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Day 26 Done: Whatever good I do for others, I’m not really doing for them—I’m doing it unto the Lord.
Ephesians 4:32 NIV:
” Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
Luke 6:27-36 NIV:
““But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you. “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do that. And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.” Hallelujah!!!
Have a Happy New Year.
Other verses on kindness:
1 Peter 3:9 NIV
“Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.”
Colossians 3:12 NIV:
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
1 John 3:18 NIV:
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech, but with actions and in truth.”
Romans 12:21 NIV:
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Stop being spiritual Basha
There are so many simple ways to be kind, smile, round up at checkout, and give to charities (Not directly to homeless because that’s panhandling)
Just be kindly hearted and focus your mind on this virtue. Check Philippians 4:8.
What’s panhandling?
Is where you see a homeless person and pull 5 dollars out of you pocket and give it to them in our community they want to keep the community safe and clean so no panhandling or else a lite of homeless pepilole will come
Seriously how could you be so mean Sarah?
What did Sarah do?
I said stop being spiritual
Awesome
Wow, such an important Rhapsody hallelujah
Yes Eunice, kindness is never wasted. Even when it feels unnoticed, God sees. And truly everyone who treats people well, turns out to be a success in just a matter of time.