The Fruit Study Directory

The Fruit Study Directory:

• Good Fruit - Boom!
• Fruitcake
• A Little Patience
• Give Peace A Chance
• Whirled Peace
• The Command of Self Control
• Gentleness is Wonderous
• Goody, Goodie, Goodness
• Being the Faithfulness
• What Kind is Kindness?
• The Joy in My Heart
• Love is All We Need: Part I
• Love is All We Need: Part II
• Love is All We Need: Part III

Fruit of the Light:

• Fruit of the Light
• All the Goods
• Right as Rain
• Right as Rain: Part II
• The Truth is Out There
• The Truth is In There

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The Truth is in There

Welcome to Quiet Time world. I am back again today, this time to elaborate on yesterday's scripture. Truth is a good subject to study out, since it is the opposite of lying, which I can tend to do when I get nervous or scared. To lie, well, most people tend to lie when they are scared, whether it is of a consequence or whether it is being uncomfortable, or it can also be a simple lack of trust. For me, I tend to lie out of fear of consequence. I also get comfortable in my sin and do not trust in the truth God sets out before me. And, it is habit. I can get in the habit of a lie and convince myself that the lie is the truth. When that happens, I simply get confused as to what the truth is... and that is completely and totally sad. It is sad to be that way. God didn't make me to be this sad pathetic person that I have become. That wasn't hus purpose at all... but prayfully, repentance will show its beautiful fruit.
Truth. I have to admit... the truth can be a bit scary. You probably don't come across someone saying that the truth is scary often, if at all... but for me, the truth can be scary. It means trusting. And I'm not into trusting people. I can trust an elevator to take me to the 3rd floor... but I have a hard time trusting in a person, including my wife.

Psalm 15:1-5
LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman, who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken.

• Being truthful means speaking the truth from the heart.

Psalm 25:4-5
Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.

• God teaches truth.

Psalm 26:1-3
Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have led a blameless life; I have trusted in the LORD without wavering. Test me, O LORD, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; for your love is ever before me, and I walk continually in your truth.

• To be loving means to be truthful; truthfulness has to be a continual action (neverending action)

Psalm 31:1-5
In you, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. Free me from the trap that is set for me, for you are my refuge. Into your hands I commit my spirit; redeem me, O LORD, the God of truth.

• God is a God of truth.

Psalm 40:7-11
Then I said, "Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart." I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, as you know, O LORD. I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and salvation. I do not conceal your love and your truth from the great assembly. Do not withhold your mercy from me, O LORD; may your love and your truth always protect me.

• Love and truth can protect me.

Psalm 43:1-4
Vindicate me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation; rescue me from deceitful and wicked men. You are God my stronghold. Why have you rejected me? Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy? Send forth your light and your truth, let them guide me; let them bring me to your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell. Then will I go to the altar of God, to God, my joy and my delight. I will praise you with the harp, O God, my God.

• Truth is a guide to where God dwells.

Psalm 45:2-4
You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever. Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty. In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds.

• (This one is tricky... but I think it goes like this) Truth is a part of being victorious. Truth, along with humility and righteousness, lead to victory.

Psalm 51:5-7
Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me. Surely you desire truth in the inner parts; you teach me wisdom in the inmost place. Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

• Truth needs to be at the inner most part of my being.

Psalm 86:8-11
Among the gods there is none like you, O Lord; no deeds can compare with yours. All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name. For you are great and do marvelous deeds; you alone are God. Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.

• God has to teach me so that I can walk in truth. I have to have an undivided heart.

Psalm 98:11-13
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it; let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy; they will sing before the LORD, for he comes, he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples in his truth.

• God will judge in truth.

Psalm 119:26-32
I recounted my ways and you answered me; teach me your decrees. Let me understand the teaching of your precepts; then I will meditate on your wonders. My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word. Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me through your law. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, O LORD; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.

• I have to chose the way of truth, doing so would mean to have my heart set on the word of God, the Bible.

Psalm 119:41-48
May your unfailing love come to me, O LORD, your salvation according to your promise; then I will answer the one who taunts me, for I trust in your word. Do not snatch the word of truth from my mouth, for I have put my hope in your laws. I will always obey your law, for ever and ever. I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precepts. I will speak of your statutes before kings and will not be put to shame, for I delight in your commands because I love them. I lift up my hands to your commands, which I love, and I meditate on your decrees.

• The word is the truth, which needs to be spoken by me. I need to have my hope on God's law.

Psalm 145:17-19
The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

• God is near to those who are truthful.

Proverbs 16:11-13
Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are of his making. Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness. Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth.

• Kings value truthful people. God is the King of Kings. Thus, God values a truthful person.

Proverbs 23:23
Buy the truth and do not sell it; get wisdom, discipline and understanding.

• (Not sure what to make of this...) When I obtain truth, which is God's word, I need to value it so highly, that I view it as being priceless. It needs to maintain a high value within me.

Now... let's list all the points together.

• Being truthful means speaking the truth from the heart.
• God teaches truth.
• To be loving means to be truthful; truthfulness has to be a continual action (neverending action).
• God is a God of truth.
• Love and truth can protect me.
• Truth is a guide to where God dwells.
• Truth is a part of being victorious. Truth, along with humility and righteousness, lead to victory.
• Truth needs to be at the inner most part of my being.
• God has to teach me so that I can walk in truth. I have to have an undivided heart.
• God will judge in truth.
• I have to chose the way of truth, doing so would mean to have my heart set on the word of God, the Bible.
• The word is the truth, which needs to be spoken by me. I need to have my hope on God's law.
• God is near to those who are truthful.
• Kings value truthful people. God is the King of Kings. Thus, God values a truthful person.
• When I obtain truth, which is God's word, I need to value it so highly, that I view it as being priceless. It needs to maintain a high value within me.

This is what I have learned from these scriptures. Pretty awesome stuff... Now, I just need to apply it to my life and I will be closer to God.

60%... Wow... that has to come up. It just has to. Johnny Out.

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The Truth is Out There

I have only had a few QTs since my last post (3, to be exact). How sad. It has almost been a month and I have only three Quiet Times since my last post. I have not finished this series. The Fruit of the Light... yes, the TRUTH is out there.
Truth. That is an awesome study waiting to happen. I could not talk about truth and not have an X-Files poster in here.

So... this poster says "Fight the Future"... I'm not sure what to think of that... so how's this...
Yes. Much better. Now, enough play. I have had weeks of play. It is time to move forward. Scriptures...

Psalm 15:1-5

LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue, who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his fellowman, who despises a vile man but honors those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath even when it hurts, who lends his money without usury and does not accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken.

Psalm 25:4-5

Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.

Psalm 26:1-3

Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have led a blameless life; I have trusted in the LORD without wavering. Test me, O LORD, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; for your love is ever before me, and I walk continually in your truth.

Psalm 31:1-5

In you, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. Free me from the trap that is set for me, for you are my refuge. Into your hands I commit my spirit; redeem me, O LORD, the God of truth.

Psalm 40:7-11

Then I said, "Here I am, I have come— it is written about me in the scroll. I desire to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart." I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly; I do not seal my lips, as you know, O LORD. I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and salvation. I do not conceal your love and your truth from the great assembly. Do not withhold your mercy from me, O LORD; may your love and your truth always protect me.

Psalm 43:1-4

Vindicate me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation; rescue me from deceitful and wicked men. You are God my stronghold. Why have you rejected me? Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy? Send forth your light and your truth, let them guide me; let them bring me to your holy mountain, to the place where you dwell. Then will I go to the altar of God, to God, my joy and my delight. I will praise you with the harp, O God, my God.

Psalm 45:2-4

You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever. Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty. In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds.

Psalm 51:5-7

Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me. Surely you desire truth in the inner parts; you teach me wisdom in the inmost place. Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.

Psalm 86:8-11

Among the gods there is none like you, O Lord; no deeds can compare with yours. All the nations you have made will come and worship before you, O Lord; they will bring glory to your name. For you are great and do marvelous deeds; you alone are God. Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.

Psalm 98:11-13

Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it; let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them. Then all the trees of the forest will sing for joy; they will sing before the LORD, for he comes, he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples in his truth.

Psalm 119:26-32

I recounted my ways and you answered me; teach me your decrees. Let me understand the teaching of your precepts; then I will meditate on your wonders. My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word. Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me through your law. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, O LORD; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.

Psalm 119:41-48

May your unfailing love come to me, O LORD, your salvation according to your promise; then I will answer the one who taunts me, for I trust in your word. Do not snatch the word of truth from my mouth, for I have put my hope in your laws. I will always obey your law, for ever and ever. I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precepts. I will speak of your statutes before kings and will not be put to shame, for I delight in your commands because I love them. I lift up my hands to your commands, which I love, and I meditate on your decrees.

Psalm 145:17-19

The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

Proverbs 16:11-13

Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are of his making. Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness. Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value a man who speaks the truth.

Proverbs 23:23

Buy the truth and do not sell it; get wisdom, discipline and understanding.

I am only going to show Psalms and Proverbs on this study. I have to make dinner, so I will revisit this tomorrow and comment about the scriptures.

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Right as Rain: Part II

This is a continuation of the Quiet Time I had yesterday. I am going to post (repost) the scriptures from last night and comment on those and maybe add some New Testament scripture to round things out. Of course, the topic has not changed in the slightest. It's still about righteousness.

Right as Rain: Part I (just in case you need a little refresher)

Romans 1:16-17

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: "The righteous will live by faith."

Romans 2:5-16

But because of your stubbornness and your unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God's wrath, when his righteous judgment will be revealed. doing good seek glory, honor and immortality, he will give eternal life. But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow evil, there will be wrath and anger. There will be trouble and distress for every human being who does evil: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile; but glory, honor and peace for everyone who does good: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile. For God does not show favoritism.

All who sin apart from the law will also perish apart from the law, and all who sin under the law will be judged by the law. For it is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God's sight, but it is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous. (Indeed, when Gentiles, who do not have the law, do by nature things required by the law, they are a law for themselves, even though they do not have the law, since they show that the requirements of the law are written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts now accusing, now even defending them.) This will take place on the day when God will judge men's secrets through Jesus Christ, as my gospel declares.

1st Timothy 1:8-11

We know that the law is good if one uses it properly. We also know that law is made not for the righteous but for lawbreakers and rebels, the ungodly and sinful, the unholy and irreligious; for those who kill their fathers or mothers, for murderers, for adulterers and perverts, for slave traders and liars and perjurers—and for whatever else is contrary to the sound doctrine that conforms to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which he entrusted to me.

James 2:14-26

What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.

But someone will say, "You have faith; I have deeds." Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.

You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.

You foolish man, do you want evidence that faith without deeds is useless? Was not our ancestor Abraham considered righteous for what he did when he offered his son Isaac on the altar? You see that his faith and his actions were working together, and his faith was made complete by what he did. And the scripture was fulfilled that says, "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness," and he was called God's friend. You see that a person is justified by what he does and not by faith alone.

In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute considered righteous for what she did when she gave lodging to the spies and sent them off in a different direction? As the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without deeds is dead.

1st Peter 3:8-22

Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. For, "Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech. He must turn from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil."

Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened." But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. It is better, if it is God's will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit, through whom also he went and preached to the spirits in prison who disobeyed long ago when God waited patiently in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In it only a few people, eight in all, were saved through water, and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at God's right hand—with angels, authorities and powers in submission to him.

1st John 3:11-15

This is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another. Do not be like Cain, who belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. And why did he murder him? Because his own actions were evil and his brother's were righteous. Do not be surprised, my brothers, if the world hates you. We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love our brothers. Anyone who does not love remains in death. Anyone who hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life in him.

So... I actually have to let this cook for a while. This is some pretty deep scripture about a tough subject regarding righteousness. I will return to this in a few days with sound thoughts.

I decided to mix up the format a bit on this counter. I make a new one everyday... it gets a little repetitious after a while. Johnny Out.

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Right as Rain

I have to confess... it is hard to have this QT today. The Oscars are on right now, my wife is watching them... and it is a bit distracting. It is good to have the topic today of Righteousness. I am certain I have had a QT on this before...
Again... I am sure I've done a QT on righteousness. I just can't find it. There are over 600 posts on this sight. It's in here somewhere. Righteousness. It's a quality of being a follower of Christ. It's a quality of walking in the light. It's what God commands.
Job 4:15-19

A spirit glided past my face, and the hair on my body stood on end. It stopped, but I could not tell what it was. A form stood before my eyes, and I heard a hushed voice: 'Can a mortal be more righteous than God? Can a man be more pure than his Maker? If God places no trust in his servants, if he charges his angels with error, how much more those who live in houses of clay, whose foundations are in the dust, who are crushed more readily than a moth!

Psalm 1:1-6

Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers. Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. For the LORD watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.

Proverbs 10:1-32

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother. Ill-gotten treasures are of no value, but righteousness delivers from death. The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. Lazy hands make a man poor, but diligent hands bring wealth. He who gathers crops in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son. Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. The memory of the righteous will be a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin. The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out. He who winks maliciously causes grief, and a chattering fool comes to ruin. The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs. Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment. Wise men store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin. The wealth of the rich is their fortified city, but poverty is the ruin of the poor. The wages of the righteous bring them life, but the income of the wicked brings them punishment. He who heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. He who conceals his hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool. When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise. The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked is of little value. The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment. The blessing of the LORD brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it. A fool finds pleasure in evil conduct, but a man of understanding delights in wisdom. What the wicked dreads will overtake him; what the righteous desire will be granted. When the storm has swept by, the wicked are gone, but the righteous stand firm forever. As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is a sluggard to those who send him. The fear of the LORD adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short. The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing. The way of the LORD is a refuge for the righteous, but it is the ruin of those who do evil. The righteous will never be uprooted, but the wicked will not remain in the land. The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out. The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.

OK... that is a LOT of stuff. I normally have a lot of stuff on here as it is, however, I generally go to bed at around 7pm to 7:30pm... and generally no later than 8pm. And here it is 8:20pm and I am not thinking as clearly. so, what I will do is continue this tomorrow, and also add some NT scripture as I go tomorrow. I do like digging... so, without further ado... Johnny Out.

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All the Goods

Welcome to the next installment of my studies. I am digging into the "Fruit of the Light" right now. I have a number of other studies that I am placing in line, including a look at the Marriage Enrichment Weekend that took place last weekend. I really can't wait to look at that. There was a TON of scripture used those two days.
The three things that consist of the "Fruit of the Light" are goodness, righteousness, and truth. Today, I am looking at GOODNESS. If you happen to look at the previous fruit study I just finished, there was a study done on goodness as well. What I plan to do is simply build on that study. Here's a link to the previous study: Previous Goodness Study
Yes, it is good to possess Goodness. What a weird statement, at least if you say it, it sounds strange. It's true, though. Now, I do not know if I have mentioned that I am working for the Dallas Morning News, delivering newspapers at 2 early in the morning. I was hoping I would be affected by the writing strike, but yeah, that didn't happen. Anyway, I read this one morning and it realized why my paper route was starting to thin out.

Back to the subject at hand. Goodness.

Ephesians 6:5-9

Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but like slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free.

And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him.

Titus 3:1-11

Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and to show true humility toward all men.

At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.

But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. Warn a divisive person once, and then warn him a second time. After that, have nothing to do with him. You may be sure that such a man is warped and sinful; he is self-condemned.

Matthew 25:31-46

"When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his throne in heavenly glory. All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left.

"Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.'

"Then the righteous will answer him, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?'

"The King will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.'

"Then he will say to those on his left, 'Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.'

"They also will answer, 'Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?'

"He will reply, 'I tell you the truth, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.'

"Then they will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life."

Philipians 4:4-9

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Now, this may seem like an odd bunch of scripture. I don't know, but at the first glance, it seems a bit odd. Especially since two passages do not contain the word "good" or "goodness". That's why I emphasized certain parts. So here is a break-down of the four passages...

• The Lord rewards those who do good, whether a business owner or an employee; slave or master.
• God does not show favoritism.
• I need to constantly be ready to do good.
• I need to be devoted to doing good.
• Those who argue are divisive and have a warped mind. They are self-condemned.
• Those who do good receive an inheritance from God.
• Those who do not do good, who are not helpful to those in need, are sent to an eternal fire.
• Whatever is good, think about such things and put it into practice. The peace of God, which transcend all understanding, will be with me.

And that's what I learned from today's study... not bad, I guess. Johnny Out.

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Fruit of the Light

Ephesians 5:8-14
For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) and find out what pleases the Lord. Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. For it is shameful even to mention what the disobedient do in secret. But everything exposed by the light becomes visible, for it is light that makes everything visible. This is why it is said: "Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you."

This is what the Fruit of the Light consists of... it is different from the Galatians list, being that was the Fruit of the Spirit. I should note that it did say the "FRUIT" and not fruits (with an "s"), implying that if one has the Spirit, is would show by it's fruit, encompassing the entirity of that list, as well as if one is in the light, they would bear all these qualities of goodness, righteousness, and truth. Today is just going to be this intro to this little series, which will also be added to the Fruit study, however this is just another leg to what is really a broad subject of what fruit is Biblically speaking.

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The Fruit Study: Directory

The Fruit Study Directory:

• Good Fruit - Boom!
• Fruitcake
• A Little Patience
• Give Peace A Chance
• Whirled Peace
• The Command of Self Control
• Gentleness is Wonderous
• Goody, Goodie, Goodness
• Being the Faithfulness
• What Kind is Kindness?
• The Joy in My Heart
• Love is All We Need: Part I
• Love is All We Need: Part II
• Love is All We Need: Part III

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All We Need is Love: Part III

Welcome to part III of this study on love (in the Fruit of the Spirit study). I will have a directory posted on the Fruit Study once I finish up on love, which is focusing on love in the book of Proverbs. I counted and there are only 10 more scriptures remaining. Lord willing, I will get all remaining 10 today.
Proverbs 15:15-17

All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast. Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great wealth with turmoil. Better a meal of vegetables where there is love than a fattened calf with hatred.

Proverbs 16:2-8

All a man's ways seem innocent to him, but motives are weighed by the LORD. Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. The LORD works out everything for his own ends— even the wicked for a day of disaster. The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD a man avoids evil. When a man's ways are pleasing to the LORD, he makes even his enemies live at peace with him. Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice.

Proverbs 17:6-10

Children's children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children. Arrogant lips are unsuited to a fool— how much worse lying lips to a ruler! A bribe is a charm to the one who gives it; wherever he turns, he succeeds. He who covers over an offense promotes love, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. A rebuke impresses a man of discernment more than a hundred lashes a fool.

Proverbs 18:18-22

Casting the lot settles disputes and keeps strong opponents apart. An offended brother is more unyielding than a fortified city, and disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel. From the fruit of his mouth a man's stomach is filled; with the harvest from his lips he is satisfied. The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit. He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.

Proverbs 19:18-23

Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be a willing party to his death. A hot-tempered man must pay the penalty; if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. Listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end you will be wise. Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the LORD's purpose that prevails. What a man desires is unfailing love; better to be poor than a liar. The fear of the LORD leads to life: Then one rests content, untouched by trouble.

Proverbs 20:5-9;13;26-29

The purposes of a man's heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out. Many a man claims to have unfailing love, but a faithful man who can find? The righteous man leads a blameless life; blessed are his children after him. When a king sits on his throne to judge, he winnows out all evil with his eyes. Who can say, "I have kept my heart pure; I am clean and without sin"? ... Do not love sleep or you will grow poor; stay awake and you will have food to spare. ... A wise king winnows out the wicked; he drives the threshing wheel over them. The lamp of the LORD searches the spirit of a man; it searches out his inmost being. Love and faithfulness keep a king safe; through love his throne is made secure. The glory of young men is their strength, gray hair the splendor of the old.

Proverbs 21:20-21

In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has. He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

Proverbs 27:4-6

Anger is cruel and fury overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy? Better is open rebuke than hidden love. Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.

So those are the remaining scriptures. Now, to the list!

Here's a checklist regarding love:

• Should Love Wife (spouse).
• Love Wisdom.
• Love should be written on heart.
• God returns Love to those who Love Him.
• Loving wisdom increases wealth.
• All who hate wisdom love DEATH.
• Love from another during or after a rebuke shows THEM to be wise.
• Love covers over all wrongs!
• Planning to do good finds love!
• Love is compared to humility which is better than hatred.
• Love atones sin. Wow!
• Love overlooks an offense.
• LOVING to talk will have the fruit of the tongue.
• Love is what a man desires.
• Loving sleep leads to poverty.
• Love helps keep a man safe.
• Many claim to have love, yet few express it.
• Love helps find life, prosperity, and honor.
• A rebuke is a form of expressing love.

And this list is compossed from the scriptures in Proverbs, known as a book of wisdom. Johnny Out.

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Love Is All We Need: Part II

This is continuing what I did yesterday, the fruit study on Love. Today has already been a challenging day. This morning, I got my car stuck in a ditch. I asked a gentleman for help and he said that he would not help. I struggled with it for a bit. I guess I am still struggling with it. I asked his neighbor and he helped and I got out of the ditch.

Here's what we got so far:

Here's a checklist regarding love:

• Should Love Wife (spouse).
• Love Wisdom.
• Love should be written on heart.
• God returns Love to those who Love Him.
• Loving wisdom increases wealth.
• All who hate wisdom love DEATH.

Of course, Proverbs has plenty more scriptures regarding love.

Proverbs 9:7-8

"Whoever corrects a mocker invites insult; whoever rebukes a wicked man incurs abuse. Do not rebuke a mocker or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man and he will love you."

Proverbs 10:8-12

The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin. The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out. He who winks maliciously causes grief, and a chattering fool comes to ruin. The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs.

Proverbs 14:22-23

Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness. All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.

This puts me at about halfway through Proverbs (bookwise, still plenty of scripture to go).

Adding to the list:

• Love from another during or after a rebuke shows THEM to be wise.
• Love covers over all wrongs!
• Planning to do good finds love!

Here's a checklist regarding love:

• Should Love Wife (spouse).
• Love Wisdom.
• Love should be written on heart.
• God returns Love to those who Love Him.
• Loving wisdom increases wealth.
• All who hate wisdom love DEATH.
• Love from another during or after a rebuke shows THEM to be wise.
• Love covers over all wrongs!
• Planning to do good finds love!

This is FUN! I can't wait 'til tomorrow for PART III! Johnny Out.

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Love Is All We Need

I guess it is fitting that this post follows up from the Valentine Day post... although, the colors on the "QT 2008" logo are... interesting at best. Probably best suited for Easter, but alas, they are on today's posting.
I am going to take a different approach today. Today, I am focusing on LOVE (and I have Jesus at the center of everything, which I kept from being darkened out). Also, if I am to be fruitful for my God, everything is assoxiated with LOVE. And when you take everything else away from LOVE
Proverbs 3:1-4

My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.

Proverbs 4:1-7

Listen, my sons, to a father's instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. When I was a boy in my father's house, still tender, and an only child of my mother, he taught me and said, "Lay hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands and you will live. Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or swerve from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.

Proverbs 5:1-19

My son, pay attention to my wisdom, listen well to my words of insight, that you may maintain discretion and your lips may preserve knowledge. For the lips of an adulteress drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter as gall, sharp as a double-edged sword. Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to the grave. She gives no thought to the way of life; her paths are crooked, but she knows it not. Now then, my sons, listen to me; do not turn aside from what I say. Keep to a path far from her, do not go near the door of her house, lest you give your best strength to others and your years to one who is cruel, lest strangers feast on your wealth and your toil enrich another man's house. At the end of your life you will groan, when your flesh and body are spent. You will say, "How I hated discipline! How my heart spurned correction! I would not obey my teachers or listen to my instructors. I have come to the brink of utter ruin in the midst of the whole assembly." Drink water from your own cistern, running water from your own well. Should your springs overflow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares? Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers. May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth. A loving doe, a graceful deer— may her breasts satisfy you always, may you ever be captivated by her love.

Proverbs 8:12-19

I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence; I possess knowledge and discretion. To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech. Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have understanding and power. By me kings reign and rulers make laws that are just; by me princes govern, and all nobles who rule on earth. I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me. With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. My fruit is better than fine gold; what I yield surpasses choice silver.

Proverbs 8:20-21

I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.

Proverbs 8:33-36

Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the LORD. But whoever fails to find me harms himself; all who hate me love death."

Here's a checklist regarding love:

• Should Love Wife (spouse).
• Love Wisdom.
• Love should be written on heart.
• God returns Love to those who Love Him.
• Loving wisdom increases wealth.
• All who hate wisdom love DEATH.

This will be continued tomorrow... since LOVE covers over a multitude of sins, it is good to know what it is best to love. Johnny Out.

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The Joy in My Heart

Wow, what a dreary looking logo. I felt I would take a step back on the logo before taking further steps forward. I'm not sure what forward will look like... but we'll see.
I will not be posting for the next few days due to moving. Tuesday I should return and post my quiet times from the previous days, as well as pick up on this series. Hopefully, Tuesday I will finish this particular study. Hard to say, though.
Today's topic is JOY! This is going to be a fun QT for sure!

Ezra 3:7-13

Then they gave money to the masons and carpenters, and gave food and drink and oil to the people of Sidon and Tyre, so that they would bring cedar logs by sea from Lebanon to Joppa, as authorized by Cyrus king of Persia.

In the second month of the second year after their arrival at the house of God in Jerusalem, Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, Jeshua son of Jozadak and the rest of their brothers (the priests and the Levites and all who had returned from the captivity to Jerusalem) began the work, appointing Levites twenty years of age and older to supervise the building of the house of the LORD. Jeshua and his sons and brothers and Kadmiel and his sons (descendants of Hodaviah) and the sons of Henadad and their sons and brothers—all Levites—joined together in supervising those working on the house of God.

When the builders laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, the priests in their vestments and with trumpets, and the Levites (the sons of Asaph) with cymbals, took their places to praise the LORD, as prescribed by David king of Israel. With praise and thanksgiving they sang to the LORD: "He is good; his love to Israel endures forever." And all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD, because the foundation of the house of the LORD was laid. But many of the older priests and Levites and family heads, who had seen the former temple, wept aloud when they saw the foundation of this temple being laid, while many others shouted for joy. No one could distinguish the sound of the shouts of joy from the sound of weeping, because the people made so much noise. And the sound was heard far away.

I believe this was a very emotional time. The joy was weeping. The joy was happiness at the same time. And it was praise. And it was such an exciting time, it could be heard far away. Imagine, building a church and the excitement that goes with it, that the joy felt from building it could be heard FAR AWAY... now, that's joy.

Psalm 66:1-20

Shout with joy to God, all the earth! Sing the glory of his name; make his praise glorious! Say to God, "How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies cringe before you. All the earth bows down to you; they sing praise to you, they sing praise to your name." Come and see what God has done, how awesome his works in man's behalf! He turned the sea into dry land, they passed through the waters on foot— come, let us rejoice in him. He rules forever by his power, his eyes watch the nations— let not the rebellious rise up against him. Praise our God, O peoples, let the sound of his praise be heard; he has preserved our lives and kept our feet from slipping. For you, O God, tested us; you refined us like silver. You brought us into prison and laid burdens on our backs. You let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and water, but you brought us to a place of abundance. I will come to your temple with burnt offerings and fulfill my vows to you- vows my lips promised and my mouth spoke when I was in trouble. I will sacrifice fat animals to you and an offering of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Come and listen, all you who fear God; let me tell you what he has done for me. I cried out to him with my mouth; his praise was on my tongue. If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened; but God has surely listened and heard my voice in prayer. Praise be to God, who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me!

Why have joy? Because God does not withhold his love from me.

Joy: Ruwa` (Pronounced: roo-ah'):

• To shout, raise a sound, cry out, give a blast.
• To shout a war-cry or alarm of battle.
• To sound a signal for war or march.
• To shout in triumph (over enemies).
• To shout in applause.
• To shout (with religious impulse).
• To cry out in distress.
• To utter a shout.
• To shout in triumph.
• To shout for joy.

These are Biblical characteristics of expressing joy. I'm not sure what the dictionary.com definition of joy, but that is what the Hebrew definition of joy.

Proverbs 15:20-25;28-33

A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. Folly delights a man who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding keeps a straight course. Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. A man finds joy in giving an apt reply— and how good is a timely word! The path of life leads upward for the wise to keep him from going down to the grave. The LORD tears down the proud man's house but he keeps the widow's boundaries intact. The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil. The LORD is far from the wicked but he hears the prayer of the righteous. A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. He who listens to a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. The fear of the LORD teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

There are 15 scriptures in Proverbs (in the NIV) that contain the word "joy". All of them are worth reading, however I am only going to just use those three above. I found the surrounding scriptures were somewhat applicable to this study, so I included those as well.

I sometimes forget definitions of words, especially if I do not use the word at all often, if I use it at all. Apt is one of those words I just don't use on a consistent basis. It does mean "appropriate and unusually intelligent; suited to the purpose or occasion". So an apt response is an appropriate response, suited for the occasion.

John 16:17-33

Some of his disciples said to one another, "What does he mean by saying, 'In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me,' and 'Because I am going to the Father'?" They kept asking, "What does he mean by 'a little while'? We don't understand what he is saying."

Jesus saw that they wanted to ask him about this, so he said to them, "Are you asking one another what I meant when I said, 'In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me'? I tell you the truth, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy. A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world. So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. In that day you will no longer ask me anything. I tell you the truth, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.

"Though I have been speaking figuratively, a time is coming when I will no longer use this kind of language but will tell you plainly about my Father. In that day you will ask in my name. I am not saying that I will ask the Father on your behalf. No, the Father himself loves you because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God. I came from the Father and entered the world; now I am leaving the world and going back to the Father."

Then Jesus' disciples said, "Now you are speaking clearly and without figures of speech. Now we can see that you know all things and that you do not even need to have anyone ask you questions. This makes us believe that you came from God."

"You believe at last!" Jesus answered. "But a time is coming, and has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me.

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

It is the "complete joy" that is echoed in the New Testament. In the NIV, there is 214 passages in the Bible that contain joy. Following God and being joyful are to be one and the same. If I am not experiencing joy while being a disciple of Christ, then I have to ask myslef, am I following God? There just might be a chance that I am not walking all that well with Christ if that is the case. Anyway, Johnny Out.

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What Kind is Kindness?

Hello to Thursday... what the heck is that about? Hello to Thursday? Man, I'm weird. Who says that? OK, well, I'm back for another Quiet Time. And boy, do I need it. Have you ever felt your heart just want to rebel? I get that feeling all the time. I normally don't act on it, by simply talking some sense into me. But then there are those times that I just do rebel. My attitude becomes mean and I just am not a pleasant person. Not so great. I try to keep that part of my sinful nature at bay, and I don't become a jerk as often as I used to... but then there are those times.
I guess it is a good thing that I am looking at KINDNESS today. I have basic knowledge of kindness, but when it comes to the Bible, everything seems to be so much deeper than "basic knowledge". And that is always a good thing. It is always a convicting thing. So... without further "ado", let's dig!
What is kindness?

Kindness (noun):

• The quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic.
• Tendency to be kind and forgiving.
• An instance of kind behavior.

That's the dictionary definition. I guess it would be good to have some scripture.

Exodus 1:15-21

The king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, whose names were Shiphrah and Puah, "When you help the Hebrew women in childbirth and observe them on the delivery stool, if it is a boy, kill him; but if it is a girl, let her live." The midwives, however, feared God and did not do what the king of Egypt had told them to do; they let the boys live. Then the king of Egypt summoned the midwives and asked them, "Why have you done this? Why have you let the boys live?"

The midwives answered Pharaoh, "Hebrew women are not like Egyptian women; they are vigorous and give birth before the midwives arrive."

So God was kind to the midwives and the people increased and became even more numerous. And because the midwives feared God, he gave them families of their own.

2nd Chronicles 10:6-8

Then King Rehoboam consulted the elders who had served his father Solomon during his lifetime. "How would you advise me to answer these people?" he asked. They replied, "If you will be kind to these people and please them and give them a favorable answer, they will always be your servants." But Rehoboam rejected the advice the elders gave him and consulted the young men who had grown up with him and were serving him.

Proverbs 11:15-18

He who puts up security for another will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to strike hands in pledge is safe. A kindhearted woman gains respect, but ruthless men gain only wealth. A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself. The wicked man earns deceptive wages, but he who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.

Proverbs 12:25-26

An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up. A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.

Proverbs 14:20-22

The poor are shunned even by their neighbors, but the rich have many friends. He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who is kind to the needy. Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.

Proverbs 14:30-32

A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones. He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God. When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge.

1st Corinthians 13:4

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

Luke 6:27-36

"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. If someone takes your cloak, do not stop him from taking your tunic. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you.

"If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' love those who love them. And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' do that. And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' lend to 'sinners,' expecting to be repaid in full. But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

OK... so those are examples in scripture. God is kind and love is kind. The Lord is kind to the wicked and ungrateful. I am commanded to be kind to the needy. Kindness gains respect. Kindness also cheers others up. Lastly, kindness encourages others. Now, what does the Greek and Hebrew definition?

Kind: Chresteuomai (Pronounced: khraste-yoo'-om-ahee):

• To show one's self mild, to be kind, use kindness.

Kind: Chrestos (Pronounced: khrase-tos'):

• Fit, fit for use, useful.
• Virtuous, good.
• Manageable.
• Mild, pleasant (as opp. to harsh, hard sharp, bitter).
• Of things: more pleasant, of people, kind, benevolent.

I wasn't able to find the Old Testament information. But kindness and honor where exchangable in one passage. So, being kind is showing honor. It is respectful. It is good and it is a quality of God. Johnny Out.

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