Stanford professor Dr. James Doty has made a fascinating
discovery: acts
of kindness or compassion can have lasting positive impacts on our physical
and mental health.
Dr. Doty’s research indicates that our nervous systems are
more constantly in “threat mode” than ever due to the demands and
high pace of modern life. In response, our bodies release inflammatory proteins
that decrease our ability to fight illnesses.
By contrast, when we perform acts of kindness, our brains
shift from threat mode and lessen the neuroendocrine reactions that are so
damaging.
In fact, being kind and compassionate can actually slow down
the aging process in some of the cells of our bodies.
God’s word also endorses the power of compassion.
Ephesians 4:32: “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted,
forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
Compassion is not only good for those we serve and good for
us—it is also vital to our witness.
The more we offer grace, the more we lead people to the God
of grace.
Who will experience God’s love in your compassion today?
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