The word “charity” has meaning in so many ways. The most thought of is often on an organizational level. Your Church, Good Will, and the Salvation Army but there are other forms that surround us each and every day. Acts of kindness, no matter how small, are also charity at work. These are the ones that truly matter. A reminder we are all human and are all basically good inside.
We all get tied up in our own lives. Running from place to place trying to get more done in less time. Absorbed in our own little worlds and unable to see or take notice of what’s going on around us. Holding a door open, giving a small word of encouragement, stopping to help a motorist in need, or dropping your change into a donation canister are all charity in action.
How do you feel after an act of kindness? The power of giving is actually by design by our maker. Its effect on both parties of the act is spontaneous and lasting. It multiplies without thought or effort. It is what builds groups and communities into places of belonging. It is acts of charity and kindness are what make us human.
Charity is a Single Heartbeat Away
It is not always about money. One kind word, or listening when someone needs to talk, can make all the difference in the world.
Proverbs 19:17, “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.”
No matter how small the act, God notices. He sees all. Such acts are not done for the reward. On the contrary, they are done with no reward in mind. It is noticing and responding to the need without thought of self that makes this charity.
For those who act behind the scenes without notice. Coaches, teachers, volunteers, and that team member who always goes over and above. All acts of charity are not written in headlines or in social media posts. They happen without notice, without applause or fanfare. They go without thank you’s and are done out of view. It is just lived.
Luke 6:38, “Give, and it will be given to you… pressed down, shaken together, and running over,” Jesus did not mean this about wealth alone. This is about the blessings that come with giving. Friendships, family times, laughter, and hearts filled with the joy of living with purpose.
Imagine a world where more of us slowed down enough to do the small things: checking on an elderly neighbor, helping a single mom with groceries, or simply noticing when someone seems alone. Pops believes those moments are the heartbeat of real charity.
They don’t require a program. They don’t require approval. They just require a willing heart.
Building Communities with the Power of Organized Charity
Why do big organizations raise money and collect for the needy? By organizing charity works, the impact multiplies. Through donations to churches, nonprofits, businesses, and community groups, our contributions transform to do so much more. Cars become meals. Old household items become medical supplies. Clothes become hope during desperate times.
The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 9:6–7 that the cheerful giver is blessed. Organized giving enables a broader reach and simplifies the distribution. It makes donating easier to do. You don’t have to change the whole world. Just help make a change in one small corner of it. A little bit at a time works. Amazing things can come to life when large groups pull in one direction:
- Families get support when life turns ugly.
- Kids from lesser means are included in programs they couldn’t afford.
- Women’s shelters stay open.
- Hunger programs keep well stocked.
- Rural hospitals get needed supplies.
- Communities grow safer and stronger.
Isaiah 58:10, “if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday”. The charity of group giving has a much greater impact that reaches farther than a single individual ever could. Generosity on a much grander scale.
When done through community youth groups, young people learn the value of charity. Scouting groups, sports teams, or school groups see in action how charitable giving helps build a healthier community. It has been shown that young people, through participating in charitable acts, grow to become adults more likely to impact lives and the world around them for the better.
It is Your Willingness that Matters not Your Wealth
To God it is your heart’s intent which matters, not the size of your wallet. It is doing without looking for self enrichment, not the dollars spent. To the people living in areas ravaged by nature, the volunteers who arrive to remove fallen trees and clear roadways are just as important and valued as the case of donated water. A single act of kindness at the right time may feel like a chest full of treasure.
Never underestimate how a simple word of encouragement could play in a person’s life. The holding of a door with a pleasant smile could change their day. A thank you or acknowledgement of someone’s effort on your behalf are all, in some ways, acts of charity.
With all the stresses and noise in this world, it is easy to become absorbed in our own day to day lives. We are bombarded by social media, financial worries, tight schedules, and constant demands for our time. Charity and kindness immediately brings everything back into focus and within reason. We are all human, which becomes abundantly clear. A simple act:
- Slows everything down.
- Connects us to the present.
- Reminds us of our humanity.
Charity and kindness will never go out of style. Everyone needs a hand up from time to time. It is our humanity that ties everything together as God has planned. Our faith and love is charity in action. Acts of kindness are what keep communities strong and hearts hopeful of the future. Whether you give directly, donate through an organization, or support a cause close to your heart, you’re doing something for the benefit of others. You’re giving that hand up to someone left alone and in need. You’re showing them they matter. Your “Paying It Forward”.
Add Charity and Kindness to Your Every Day Ways
At Pops Says It Fitz, charity is more than a donation jar or a once-a-year event. It is a way of living that shows up in everyday moments. True charity starts with awareness, grows through action, and shows its real power as part of how we treat people every single day. Whether it is lending a hand, sharing a smile, or supporting a cause that lifts others up, charity works best when it comes from the heart. Here’s the thing: Pops likes to remind us that giving doesn’t stop with the act itself. The effects keep moving through the world when we pair generosity with gratitude. That’s where thankfulness and kindness step in and help charity take deeper root.
When we slow down and recognize what we’re thankful for, we naturally become more patient, more generous, and more willing to help others along their journey. That gentle mindset shift is what turns good intentions into lasting habits, and you can explore how gratitude fuels kindness in everyday life right here: Thankfulness and Kindness. Together, charity, gratitude, and kindness form a simple but powerful path. One that strengthens families, communities, and the active, caring lifestyle Pops Says It Fitz is all about.
God’s teachings tell us giving brings blessings. This is why charity changes the world, and it changes us. It changes perspectives of actions for the good they derive and not the power or control they create. A single act of charity, through God’s help, can touch the entire world.
Be the blessing.
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