Ephesians 4:32 says, “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.”

Friend, that verse is like a compass for the Christian life. Kindness is not weakness—it’s strength under control. Tenderheartedness doesn’t mean you’re soft—it means your heart is sensitive to God and to people. And forgiveness? That’s where the real power is. When you forgive, you’re not saying what happened was okay—you’re saying you refuse to let bitterness chain you down.

Think about it: God didn’t forgive you because you earned it. He forgave you for Christ’s sake. That means His mercy is the model and the motivation for how we treat others. So today, when the enemy tempts you to hold a grudge, when someone rubs you the wrong way, remember the cross. Remember how much you’ve been forgiven. Then pass it on.

Kindness heals. Tender hearts open doors. Forgiveness sets people free. That’s not just good advice—that’s the gospel in action.