The Law of Kindness
by Sandy Ohlman
Can you remember back to your high school science class? For some of us, that’s a long trip down memory lane. Remember sitting at those long tables with your lab partners beside you, eagerly awaiting the day when you could use the “Bunsen burner”? It stirs up memories of watching the boys in class render small flammable objects to the flame – hoping not to be discovered by the teacher. I wasn’t the best science student but I really enjoyed the class time that involved doing experiments to test the laws of science. Even decades later, I have found that life continues to present those testing opportunities and I continue to learn that there are unchanging laws in effect.
Just as there are the physical laws such as the law of gravity or motion, there are spiritual laws that govern the universe. These laws were set into motion by God at the beginning of time, and like the laws of science, they are universal pillars. Throughout history, as man has discovered and implemented these truths, humanity has seen an improved quality of life. Consider how the understanding of the laws of motion and gravity and that of ‘lift’ has sent men into space. It has been to our benefit to seek understanding of these laws. Much more significant to our existence than any scientific study is the knowledge and understanding of the wisdom of God.
One of the most significant spiritual laws set into motion by God is the law of kindness. God uses kindness – the expression of His goodness – to draw people to Himself. “The kindness of God leads men to repentance.” (Romans 2:4) Kindness is as powerful as gravity. Implementing this power in our lives is the desire of God; that His character would be reproduced in us and that the lives of others would be changed. When His kindness is brought into the atmosphere change occurs. I recently tested this law at home with my family and saw great results. Then I decided to start testing the law in the work place while doing a temporary assignment for my husband’s company. While I would like to say it worked on everyone, I found that the only thing that can resist the law of kindness is a hard heart. Overall, the majority of the people that I purposed to treat with kindness and respect were very receptive to my actions. I got to know some really great people. The tension reduced and the workmanship improved. Through my observations I found that pride was the only thing that resisted kindness. Even my own pride got in the way a couple times and rendered me incapable of showing kindness.
Kindness proves over and over that there is a spiritual law in effect. When extended and received there is a positive, powerful result. It requires humility to function and has immeasurable potential for rendering change. In a world that is growing increasingly negative and cynical, kindness is like a bright shining beacon. Proverbs 31:26 tells us that a great woman of God mixes kindness with wisdom, “She opens her mouth in skillful and godly Wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness [giving counsel and instruction].” Want to make a difference and bring change to your world? Start with kindness – it’s the welcome mat to the God.
(c) 2008 Sandy Ohlman
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