I have a shirt that says, “be kind.” This seems to be a popular phrase that can be found on shirts, car bumpers, and hats. It seems like such a simple thing to do, yet it is not always our first, go-to behavior when interacting with others. Actually, when someone is kind, it sticks out, and it makes our day. Kindness really can go a long way. The kindness that comes as a fruit of being connected to the Spirit of God can go even deeper; it can transform a life and completely redirect the path of an entire day, week, or even year. It can be as simple as “be kind,” especially when we are connected to the Spirit of God.

Photo by Ken Bosma