"Be Kind" Series 2023

“Be Kind” Series Overview
Are you concerned about the divisions in our country?  Hostility and contempt seem to be growing, but kindness can be intentional.  We can recognize the value of all people and learn from our differences.  The prophet Micah says God wants us to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God.  It is a blueprint for building the kingdom of heaven on earth.  In this series, we will explore the themes of justice, kindness, humility, and neighborly love, as we seek to live in peace with our families, our friends, and our neighbors, including those with whom we differ.  Join us in August for a series with the power to bring people together.

August 6
BE KIND: Sometimes, people are mean-spirited or downright rude.  In 2 Samuel 9:1-7, David practices kindness toward his rival’s family.  The Hebrew word for kindness is hesed.  When has someone shown you kindness?

August 13
BE JUST: We cannot be close to God if we turn a blind eye to the needs of others.  In Isaiah 58:1-9a, God prefers justice for the disadvantaged over empty religious performances.  The Hebrew word for justice is mishpat.  What human hurts need healing?

August 20
BE HUMBLE: Sometimes, we think too much of ourselves.  In Daniel 4:28-33, 36-37, the arrogant King Nebuchadnezzar learns to be humble.  The Hebrew word for humility is tsanah.  Have you needed to come down a notch?

August 27
BE NEIGHBORLY: They say fences make good neighbors.  In Luke 10:25-37, Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan for a radically inclusive message about being neighborly.  In God’s Holy Neighborhood, there are no fences, only neighbors.  When have you experienced neighborliness?