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<v SPEAKER_00>Kindness becomes most powerful when it's extended to those who are hard to love.

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<v SPEAKER_00>God's kindness reaches beyond comfort and into difficulty.

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<v SPEAKER_00>He calls you to reflect his heart even when it's not easy.

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<v SPEAKER_00>This kind of love sets you apart and points people back to God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Remember what he says in Luke 6, verse 35.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Love your enemies, then your reward will be great.

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<v SPEAKER_00>We are going to think inwardly for a moment.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Stop and thank God for showing you kindness even when you didn't deserve it.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Reflect on his grace toward you.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take 60 seconds to tell God about someone you struggle to show kindness towards.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Be honest about your feelings and resistance.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Ask Him to soften your heart and to give you His perspective.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Release your frustration to God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Let compassion begin to replace it.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take a moment and pray for someone you've struggled with.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Pray for specific blessings in their life and ask God to help kindness be your first response.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Thank you for teaching us to love beyond our comforts.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Shape our hearts to reflect yours.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Amen.