Joyce Meyer Daily Devotional (February 22, 2025), Saturday Message
TOPIC: Contagious Kindness
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. – Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)
TODAY’S MESSAGE
Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit, one that we should always display in our relationships with other people. The world is often a harsh and unkind place, filled with unkind and unloving people, and if we are not careful, it can make us the same way. Becoming like the world around us is very easy to do if we do not purpose to choose God’s ways.
The apostle Paul encourages us to “put on” kindness (Colossians 3:12 NKJV), and to remember that we are representatives of Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:20). One way we can be a witness for Christ is by choosing to be kind to one another. Not only is being kind God’s will for us, but it may well be contagious. Others can “catch” kindness from us and then give it to someone else.
Let kindness rule in your home and in all your dealings with others. One of the best ways to release joy in your own life is to give it to others through being kind to them.
PRAYER OF THE DAY: Father, You are always kind to me, even though I don’t always deserve it, and I want to treat other people the way You treat me. Grant me the grace and strength to display all the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Thank You. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. She is a New York Times bestselling author, and her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences, and helps others understand how to apply biblical principles to their own lives. Christ, amen.