“Yahweh appeared of old to me, [saying], Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you.”
What Does the Bible Say About Kindness?
The Bible addresses kindness across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
7 verses·3 eras·2 promises
Exile (~586 BC)
Early Church (~50 AD)
“Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4· Paul
“Therefore "If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head."”
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“How precious is your loving kindness, God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings.”
“Surely goodness and loving kindness shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in Yahweh's house forever. A Psalm by David.”
— Psalms 23:6· David
“Give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.”
— Psalms 118:1· David
“Give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.”
— Psalms 107:1· anonymous
Want a verse chosen for your situation?
Describe what you're going through. We'll find the verse whose emotional DNA matches your moment.
Speak Your Heart →