Two-minute read.
Yesterday, I talked about weeping with those who mourn, using my spiritual mentor’s son’s accident as an example. The night Robbie died, my friend opened her house to his schoolmates. As kids gathered to mourn the tragic loss, I will never forget how one of the women in our Bible study practically supported our leader. When my friend came to the house, she brought bags full of paper plates, plastic utensils, napkins, and cups for those gathered to use. People brought dishes of food, drinks, and desserts to feed those gathered. The practicality of their actions taught me a lesson in showing love by our actions.
We can show love for others by meeting their needs. Don’t wait for people to tell you what they need; actively look for ways to support them. For the overworked mother, offer to babysit so she can have time for herself. When someone experiences an unexpected loss, make them a meal, take paper plates, clean their house. One of my favorite reels follows a guy who mows people’s lawns for them. Driving around neighborhoods, when he sees an unkempt yard, he knocks on the door and asks if he can mow it for them. No one ever says no, and his act of kindness brings joy to the receiver.
Finding ways to show love through your actions doesn’t require extreme effort. Simply buying a friend a cup of coffee and listening to their day demonstrates affection. When Ron comes home from work, I always ask him, “How was your day?” Because I love him, I want to know my husband’s joys and lows; to do so, I must ask. Small things have big impacts when we do them with love.
Random Acts of Kindness, 40 Day Challenge, ranks as my favorite devotional I wrote last year. Each day has something tangible people can do to spread kindness in the world, whether to those they know or strangers. Donating clothes, baking cookies for the neighbor, taking someone to lunch, writing an encouraging note, each day has a simple activity that can make someone’s day. Accepting the unconditional love of Christ should motivate us to want to share His love with others. When we find ways to demonstrate affection, we bless the Savior and find refreshment for our souls.
Love in deed, not just words. Find ways to show people you care. Blessing others blesses us.
Journal Questions:
When have someone’s actions shown you their love for you?
What small acts of love have had a significant impact on you?
How can you actively share Christ’s love today?
Friendship Application:
Find a way to show someone you love them today.
