He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he. — Proverbs 14:21 KJV
It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy. — Proverbs 14:21 NIV
Reflection on Verse for Today
God has been incredibly kind to us! Consider all the varied ways he has provided for us: some with material blessings, others with excellent volunteer opportunities, some with lasting personal connections, and for all of us, the assurance of eternal life. What will we do with these advantages, though? Will we keep them to ourselves, hide them, or hoard them? If we do, our blessings will dry up in our parched hearts, wither, and break. However, one of the best ways we can express our gratitude to God for his compassion, mercy, and kindness is by giving to those in need who will never be able to repay us for our generosity.
My Prayer
Thank you so much for the numerous, abundant benefits that you have bestowed onto my life, O LORD God, my loving and kind Father. I pray that that I may be a channel for your blessings so that people might see your love in my actions and attitudes. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.
