A Heart Full of Kindness: A Bible Story for Children
By Shade Ade
27 May, 2024
In the village, everyone knew Lily for her warm heart and kind nature. She loved to play and laugh, but most of all, she loved to be kind to everyone she met.
One sunny morning, Lily's mother asked her to take a basket of fresh bread to their neighbor, Mr. Brown, who was very old and often lonely. 'Remember, Lily,' her mother said, 'Be kind, just as the Bible teaches us.'
Lily nodded and smiled. She loved helping others, just as Jesus taught in the Bible. She remembered her favorite verse: 'Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.' (Ephesians 4:32)
On her way to Mr. Brown’s house, Lily saw Sam sitting sadly on a bench. His toy truck was broken, and he didn’t know how to fix it. Lily fixed the truck for Sam, making him smile once again.
Lily continued on her way and finally reached Mr. Brown’s house. When he opened the door, his eyes sparkled with surprise. 'Good morning, Mr. Brown! I brought you some fresh bread,' Lily said, handing him the basket.
Mr. Brown smiled warmly. 'Thank you, Lily. You’ve brightened my day. Your kindness reminds me of Proverbs 11:25, ‘A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.’'
As Lily walked home, she felt a warm glow in her heart. She knew that every act of kindness, big or small, was like a little light shining in the world.
From that day on, Lily continued to spread kindness wherever she went, knowing that she was following Jesus’ teachings. She knew that being kind was a way to show God’s love to everyone.
Lily's kindness transformed the village. She helped people with their chores, cared for the animals, and always had a kind word for everyone she met. The villagers were touched by her kindness and began to follow her example.
And so, Lily’s village became a bright beacon of kindness and love. Each villager, inspired by Lily, made an effort to be kinder, to lend a helping hand, and to share more love. The village was no longer just a place, it was a testament to the power of kindness and love.