But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV)
Kindness: favorable attitude, usefulness, i.e. morally, excellence (in character or demeanor); kindness that is also serviceable
Favorable attitude — that is serviceable!
When I looked up "serviceable" the thesaurus, I found the following words: dependable, beneficial, invaluable, practical, usable.
Kindness isn't about just being polite. Rather it has the idea of having an attitude that translates into action.
How often do we DO "kindness"? Kindness is to be beneficial, invaluable, PRACTICAL, and usable. But first must begin with an attitude — morally excellent attitude.
Attitude: manner, disposition, feeling, position, etc., with regard to a person or thing; tendency or orientation, especially of the mind. (http://www.dictionary.com/browse/attitude)
If I want to produce kindness, I must work on my attitude for that will determine my actions. A good place to begin with an attitude adjustment is right in Galatians 5:22.
Is my attitude what God prefers (love)? Does my attitude reflect grace recognized (joy)? Is my attitude based on God's gift of wholeness (peace). Is my attitude one of uncomplaining (longsuffering)?
Kindness — attitude translates into action!
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