Bible Verses About Kindness

Kindness is a fruit of the Holy Spirit and a reflection of God's character. The Bible calls us to be kind to one another, even to our enemies, as an expression of God's love working through us. These Bible verses about kindness will inspire you to be a vessel of God's compassion.

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“Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,”

1 Corinthians 13:4

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“But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;”

Matthew 5:44

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“And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”

Matthew 22:39

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“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another.”

Romans 12:10

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“The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.”

Psalm 145:8

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“And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.”

Ephesians 4:32

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“Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy.”

Micah 7:18

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“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

Psalm 34:18

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“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”

Psalm 147:3

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“For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.”

John 3:17

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“Jesus wept.”

John 11:35

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“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith.”

Galatians 5:22

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“The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.”

Psalm 103:8

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“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”

Proverbs 15:1

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“He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?”

Micah 6:8

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“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering.”

Colossians 3:12

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“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”

Matthew 5:4

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“Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow.”

Isaiah 1:17

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“Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy.”

Psalm 82:3

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“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,”

Luke 4:18

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“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.”

Romans 12:21

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“Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.”

1 Thessalonians 5:11

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“Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.”

Matthew 5:7

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“She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.”

Proverbs 31:26

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“Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him.”

Psalm 103:13

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“Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee.”

Isaiah 49:15

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“Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”

Galatians 6:2

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“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”

Matthew 25:40

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Why Read Bible Verses About Kindness?

Ephesians 4:32 commands kindness and tenderheartedness. Colossians 3:12 calls us to put on kindness. Proverbs 11:17 teaches that the kind person benefits themselves. Kindness is both a command and a reward.

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Kindness in Daily Life

Perform one intentional act of kindness each day. Speak encouraging words. Be patient with difficult people. Let kindness be your default response in every interaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about kindness?
Ephesians 4:32 calls us to be kind and tenderhearted. Galatians 5:22 lists kindness as a fruit of the Spirit. Proverbs 19:17 says kindness to the poor is lending to the Lord.
How can I show more kindness?
Start with intentional acts: encouraging words, small gestures, patient listening, and serving others. Ask the Holy Spirit to grow the fruit of kindness in your life.
Is kindness important to God?
Absolutely. Micah 6:8 says God requires us to love kindness. Jesus showed radical kindness to outcasts and sinners. Kindness reflects God's character.
What is the best Bible verse about kindness?
Ephesians 4:32 is a cornerstone: 'Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.'

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