“The Lord bless him!”, Naomi said to her daughter-in-law. “He has not stopped showing his kindness to the living and the dead.” Ruth 2:20
I have always enjoyed reading the book of Ruth. I like the relationships that develop, the love and kindness that Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz show each other. I have two daughters-in-law and I hope I can be like Naomi.
One day in the Preschool office, I was feeling down. I mean really down. Talking with the staff, listening to the preschool parents, reading all this information coming down from the state agencies regarding COVID and reopening the school. I felt like I was on a COVID roller coaster. And then Suzanne popped by to say hello and she could see how I was feeling. And we talked.
The next morning I was in the middle of a Zoom meeting with the staff and I noticed someone in the office. There was Suzanne, not saying a word, just putting a jar of sunflowers on my desk. I can’t tell you how that gesture lifted my spirits. The flowers eventually died but the memory of that gift, and the kindness it showed, will stay with me for a long time. I know Suzanne’s kindness has touched a lot of people here at CUMC. We’re lucky to have her.
So, it makes me think what act of kindness have I done lately – or where did I miss an opportunity? It does not take much to do a kind act for someone. Just to smile at a stranger is difficult with a mask on your face. I’m trying hard to make my eyes smile! So I pray to God asking Him to help me see when someone could use a little kindness. Hit me with your 2 x 4, Lord!! I don’t want to miss an opportunity.
Be safe, stay healthy, and continue to be kind. Vicki Compean
Gracious Lord, thank you for the kindness of your children who help others. Open our eyes and heart to those hurting around us. Help us to take every opportunity to share your love.