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Showing Up In Ordinary Acts of Kindness | Guided Prayers · Central Christian Church

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  SPEAKER_00: Find a quiet place to connect with God today.
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  SPEAKER_00: Maybe you're walking your favorite path in your neighborhood.
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  SPEAKER_00: Maybe you're in your favorite chair by the window.
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  SPEAKER_00: Maybe you're on a quick lunch break with your headphones on.
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  SPEAKER_00: Wherever you find yourself right now, the Lord is already here, waiting to talk with you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Loving your neighbor doesn't always require a big gesture.
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  SPEAKER_00: Sometimes it begins with being available, welcoming someone in, or taking time to notice the people around you.
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  SPEAKER_00: God often works through ordinary hospitality and simple acts of generosity.
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  SPEAKER_00: Thank God for his generous welcome into his family.
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  SPEAKER_00: Reflect on that kindness he has shown you over and over again.
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  SPEAKER_00: Instead of verbally thanking him in this moment, why don't you give yourself 60 seconds to remember when the Lord has shown you care or hospitality through someone else during the course of your life?
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  SPEAKER_00: Let gratitude to God build in your heart as you remember that friend, the elementary school teacher, the coach, the elderly neighbor, that kind aunt, or the work friend that has blessed you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Is there someone who could use a conversation or an invitation or even a simple act of kindness?
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  SPEAKER_00: Invite the Holy Spirit to make you available to love your neighbors in practical ways this week.
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  SPEAKER_00: Give yourself another 60 seconds to think on this with the Lord.
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  SPEAKER_00: Sit quietly and ask, Lord, who have you placed near me that I haven't really noticed?
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  SPEAKER_00: A struggle, a difficult phone call, a heartbreak of some sort?
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  SPEAKER_00: Is there something that you need help with?
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  SPEAKER_00: Something you've been shouldering on your own or sorting out yourself?
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  SPEAKER_00: God is the friend who sticks closer than a brother, more steadfast than family, more faithful than a best friend.
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  SPEAKER_00: And on top of his comforting presence, he also has the ability and wisdom to help you with whatever you need.
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  SPEAKER_00: Bring it to God now.
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  SPEAKER_00: Pray for the people who live geographically closest to you right now.
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  SPEAKER_00: Amen.