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What does it mean?
Kindness is essential to faith; without it, faith is empty.
In plain terms
Faith needs kindness.
What can you take from it?
Show kindness to demonstrate true belief.

Where it applies

  • religious practice
  • daily interactions

Putting it to work

  • volunteer
  • help those in need

Questions to consider

  • Can faith exist without kindness?
  • How does kindness shape belief?

Another view

Some may view faith as purely doctrinal, not tied to behavior.

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