The islanders showed us unusual kindness. - Acts 28:2 (NIV)

In today’s scripture reading, Paul was sailing through stormy seas with a large group of people who were scared and beginning to lose hope on their journey to Rome. As they came upon an island, the inhabitants — who had no reason to trust this large group of strangers —...

Today's Prayer
O God, grant us the faith to show kindness without fear and with abundance in order to glorify you. Amen.

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Today's Reading
Acts of the Apostles 28:1-10

Thought for the Day

Today I will choose to show uncommon kindness to someone in need.

Prayer Focus

Travelers in need of kindness


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