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February 17, 2022 by Editorial Team
In today’s world it is so easy to get bogged down by the negativity we see in our day-to-day lives. From the media focusing on the bad things happening around us to bullying in our schools to the unhappy person standing next to us in the grocery line, one thing is abundantly clear: We need to spread God’s love to combat the ugly in this world. And we need to teach our children to do the same.
But how? How can we make a difference in a culture consumed by social media statuses and who is the “biggest” and “best”? How can we quiet the loudness of the world’s lust for money and fame and exalt the One who is able to save our soul?
While there are many ways we can love on those around us, today I want to suggest that we spread love through Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) . RAK is a wonderful concept that allows us to model Christ to our children and those around us in a practical, real-life way. RAK are a wonderful tool to be the hands and feet of Jesus and give hope to those we meet.
Today I am sharing 25 Random Acts of Kindness to spread the love of God to those around you. These are things that your family can do together to bless others and grow closer to God and one another in the process.
2. Offer to walk your neighbor’s dog.
3. Volunteer to pick up garbage in your neighborhood.
4. Thank a police officer or firefighter for their service.
5. Bake cookies and take them to your teacher or Sunday School teacher.
6. Visit a nursing home and play games with the elderly.
7. Ask your family members how you can serve them each day.
8. Pray for someone who is hurting.
9. Let someone go ahead of you in line.
10. Hold the door open for a stranger.
11. Make cards that say “you are special” and hand them out to people you don’t know.
12. Put money in someone’s parking meter.
14. Hand out sack lunches to the homeless.
15. Organize a day of pampering for a mom who just had a baby.
16. Cook meals for a family who is going through a difficult time.
17. Visit terminally sick children in the hospital.
19. Buy gift cards to random places and hand them out to random people.
20. Pay for the person’s coffee in line behind you.
21. Draw pictures of God’s love and hand them out to those who could use hope.
22. Thank your local librarians for making sure you have great books to read.
23. Make a treat bag and hand it out to your postal delivery person.
The wonderful thing about spreading love through random acts of kindness is that it is pleasing to God and it feels great! There is so much truth in Acts 20:35,
“And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Not only does blessing those around you help spread God’s love, it is also a great tool to restore faith and hope to a fallen world.
Take the time to do some of the 25 things above and see how it affects your family and those around you. I encourage you to create 25 more RAKs to continually spread the love of Jesus with your family. Let’s go out into this world and spread God’s love every chance we get!

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Today is Tuesday, and back when I was a teacher, I used to always say TERRIFIC TUESDAY to my students. That little bit of positivity set the stage for the day in my classroom. It starts your day off awesome if you start thinking about things in a positive way.
So, we were going for our walk this morning in South Carolina. As we were walking we passed by a house and a women was outside working in her yard. As I walked by I said, “Good Morning!”, and what she said next surprised me. She said, “Oh, wow! I haven’t heard that in a while!”.
I thought, wow, that’s kind of sad. When we go to a grocery store, or into Target, or anywhere, our kids are always smiling at people, saying HELLO, waving at everyone and making eye contact and being super friendly. Somehow as we get older we get away from that – we look away, avoid eye contact, don’t say Hello. And I just think that is not the way to live!
We should be approaching people with happiness and joy. Be the first person to look at someone and say “Hey! Good morning! Have a great day!”. Things don’t have to be going perfect – nobody lives a perfect life! – actually this morning Landon was having a little fit on our walk because he wanted to get out of the stroller and walk and we told him he had to wait until we came to the side road because we were on the main road.
Things happen, but that doesn’t mean you should be a grump! Just go back to those ways when you were little, when you didn’t have that scared filter, and that filter that avoids people. Be that person that spreads some joy and happiness. You never know what someone else is facing. Sometimes that simple “Hi, have a great day!” can make such a difference
So go out, spread some love, and I hope you all have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

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On November 15, National Philanthropy Day is observed as a holiday. It’s a day to recognize giving for a greater cause. Some may even say it’s spreading the love throughout the world. I personally feel like USG is a perfect example of a philanthropically recognized school. From the events we host to the way our school is designed, it is a point to make significant contributions in our community.
There are various signs all over that show that we are a school that is dedicated to giving. Just this week we had an Hunger Banquet which was meant to help spread awareness on poverty and hunger. Also, tomorrow November 16 is the last day to donate canned goods for Manna Food Center so be sure to give what you can!
Another reason I feel we qualify is because of the various designs on campus. We have a Green Garage which has LED lights with motion sensors and photo voltaic panels that generate renewable energy. During construction, a lot of the waste was recycled or reused in the garage. It’s even Parksmart Certified!
USG makes it a point that the community is growing and as it continues to grow, we should make sure that we are giving back to our environment in order to ensure that it is helping and not hindering it. Shady Grove has even taken initiative to sign the White House’s pledge in support for climate change. For more information on the sustainability of the campus visit here.
I found it super interesting that today is National Philanthropy Day and it made me look at my own actions to make sure that I am taking initiative in my life to make a change and give back to others in the community. So, I ask you all, how are you giving back?
Thanks for reading! Like I always say: ‘til next time!
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Politely smile at a stranger as you walk down the street. Whether they smile back or not is irrelevant. The task is complete when you have spread love with your smile.

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If their talent made you stop walking because you love what they’re doing, why not show your gratitude in a way that helps them pay their rent?

Go through your material possessions (books, clothes, movies, etc.) and donate as much of it as you can so that other people can benefit from the things that you no longer use.

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Rub their feet. Make them dinner. Help them orgasm . Whatever they ask for, give it to them.

. Lend a hand. Be of service to a friend or stranger in need.

Tell your friends why you love them. Tell your parents why you love them. Compliment your co-workers/friends/lover in front of other people regularly. Only say things that you mean, but say them often.

That’s it! Pick your favourites, and start with those.
Thank you so much for reading all the way to the end of this article. I love you, and you must be an amazing person to A) have even clicked on an article like this, and B) even more amazing that you read all 31 suggestions. GO YOU!
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