Kindness Verses

Feb 1, 2023 | Bible Verses

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.”
-1 Corinthians 13:4

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,”
-Galatians 5:22

“The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all because it was raining and cold.”
-Acts 28:2

“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them.”
-Matthew 7:12

“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.”
-Galatians 5:13

“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.”
-1 Thessalonians 5:11

“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

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
-Colossians 3:12

“In a surge of anger I hid my face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD your Redeemer.”
-Isaiah 54:8

“And if anyone would sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. Give to the one who begs from you, and do not refuse the one who would borrow from you. You have heard that it is said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
-Matthew 5:40-43

“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”
-Proverbs 12:25

“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”
-Proverbs 19:17

“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
-Ephesians 4:32

“Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?”
-Romans 2:4

“in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus.”
-Ephesians 2:7

“For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge;”
-2 Peter 1:5

“But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.”
-Luke 6:27

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.”
-Galatians 6:9-10

“Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.”
-Proverbs 11:17

“But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great.”
-Luke 6:35

How can you use Bible Verses?

  • Start a discussion: Bible verses can start a discussion about a character trait at the beginning of a meeting or the dinner table. You can ask questions about what it means, how they have seen the trait demonstrated in their own lives, or how they can develop it themselves.
  • Use Bible verses as writing/journal prompts: Ask them to write a short essay about a Bible verse to help them think more deeply about its implications for their lives.
  • Post Bible verses: You can post Bible verses where they will be seen/heard often – classroom, breakroom, lobby, dining room, email signatures, video bulletin boards, morning announcements, social media, etc.
  • Read Bible verses aloud: You can read Bible verses aloud to your children during mealtimes, bedtime, or any other time you spend together.
  • Make it fun:  You can make it even more fun by incorporating games, activities, or crafts. Let children decorate signs with Bible verses to hang in the classroom or a bedroom door. Record children saying it and post it on social media.

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