Kindness of Strangers
Once when we were filming in Hong Kong, I was leaving a café with my hands full of five coffees when an elderly Chinese resident jumped to his feet to open the door for me. As I left the cafe, thankful for his small act of kindness, I thought through our times of travel and was reminded again of the numerous times we have experienced the kindness of strangers.
It challenged me as a Christian communicator. I theologically believe in the fallen nature of humanity, we are all broken and lost, yet it is wrong to demonise everyone, everywhere.
This kindness was also a reminder to all of us, be kind to others. The Apostle Paul said "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience" (Colossians 3:12). Greet others with a smile, be warm, say thank you, express appreciation. Kindness to strangers is what makes living in cities, towns and communities a joy rather than a challenge.
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Karl Faase,thanks.
( from Digital Anvil )
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