Fearlessly Courageous
Desk of Dennis Piller
2 13 2026

Audio Version

Acts of Random Kindness – ARK

I was reading this morning about how these random people shared their love with their fellow man.  These were not missionaries, but ordinary people who saw a need and were inspired to offer an act of kindness.  I thought of how God the Holy Spirit touches hearts to give a random Act of Kindness and hoped it might inspire you this weekend to spread the hospitality of Christ in some small way.

The Man Who Helped a Stranger Read
A young man saw an older gentleman struggling to read a form at the post office. He helped him fill it out and learned the man had been hiding his illiteracy for years. The young man began visiting weekly to teach him to read.

The Boy Who Stood Up for His Sister
When a group of kids mocked his sister for having a disability, a young boy stood up and said, “She’s my hero.” His courage silenced them—and taught everyone around what true strength looks like.

The Stranger Who Gave His Jacket Away
On a cold evening, a commuter saw a homeless man shivering. Without a word, he removed his jacket and wrapped it around the man. When others saw, they began offering scarves and gloves. Kindness, like warmth, spreads fast.

The Farmer Who Shared His Water in a Drought
When drought hit his region, a farmer opened his private well to his neighbors. For weeks, families and even nearby villages lined up to fill their buckets. He said, “Water shouldn’t belong to one man; it belongs to life.” His generosity helped dozens survive the toughest summer in decades.

And finally, The Man Who Gave His Shoes to a Stranger
In a busy train station, a commuter noticed a homeless man shivering barefoot. Without hesitation, he took off his shoes, gave them to the man, and walked away in his socks. A witness captured the moment, and the story spread online—reminding millions that compassion doesn’t need cameras, only heart.

We get so caught up in the busyness of our hectic schedules that we often become immune to the pain and the real needs of those we pass by.  This weekend, lets open our eyes and hearts to how the Holy Spirit might stir us to a Random Act of Kindness.  I will help you with one to put on your list.

Our young SEU college student, Danae, is $370 short of their half-point goal of paying for the upcoming mission trip to Alaska to minister to the children there. And the second trip to Jamaica has needs too, with less than 2 weeks remaining, she needs a total of $722.   If your heart is stirred to pray and support her heart’s mission, here are the links to help them get closer to their Acts of Kindness.

Closing Reflection
Humanity is supposed to shine brightest in the simplest acts of kindness—when people choose empathy over indifference. From small towns to big cities, these stories prove that compassion and love are contagious. Regardless of your denomination.  When we give a little love, the world is inspired to give it back.  Open your spiritual eyes a little wider today and see
who He is calling you to bless and inspire.

 Alaska: https://seumissions.managedmissions.com/MyTrip/danaepiller3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keKek6RkFmY
Jesus My King Lauren Daigle

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