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It Doesn’t Cost a Thing to be Kind
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An upbeat song with a positive message.
country christian
Mom, Grandmom, dog mom, teacher, songwriter, artist
I grew up in a Catholic household and attended church and religious instruction regularly as a child and young adult. I learned all of the doctrine, but never fully understood it; my heart and mind were closed to the wonderful possibilities that a relationship with Jesus would offer. As an adult, I grew away from the church and professed not to believe "all of that nonsense". Upon hearing this, God must have been chuckling to Himself, because he had a plan for me, and He knew that it would change my life and my beliefs profoundly. I grew increasingly restless over the years and knew that something was missing in my life, but didn't quite know what. After many years as a disenfranchised Catholic, a series of events led me on my own path to enlightenment. The first was the death of a relative and attendance at his funeral, which was held in the Catholic church near my house, a church I had never attended. Something touched me that day; the elderly pastor seemed to speak to me directly in his homily. Never before had I experienced the desire to hear more from a priest the way I did that day. I started to attend mass regularly, and began to hear God speak to me through this wonderful priest's sermons. Some weeks it was as if he had looked directly into my heart and found the most troubling and perplexing thoughts, then addressed them as if I was the only person present. I couldn't wait to go to mass to hear God's message to me. From that point, I was led on more diverse pathways that enabled me to praise and serve Him, including joining the church choir, which has further opened my heart to His holy word and His intentions for me. Writing music has been a natural extension of my background as a singer in combination with my experiences with my church and choir. This, for me, is my little ministry, a way to reach others with His marvelous word. I praise God for His goodness and mercy; I thank Him for blessing me so abundantly; I offer my little songs for His glory.
Song Info
Genre
Country • Christian Country
Charts
Peak #1
Peak in subgenre #1
Author
Deb Nihan
Uploaded
August 29, 2023
Track Files
MP3
MP3 6.6 MB • 320 kbps • 2:53
Character
Positivity
dark, sad, angry
happy
Appeal
unique
radio-friendly
Story behind the song
With so much negativity around us, I found inspiration in small acts of kindness.
Lyrics
IT DOESN’T COST A THING TO BE KIND Debra Nihan Chorus It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind So count to three and check yourself before you speak your mind Is it helpful is it hurtful think about it first you’ll find It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind VERSE1 Give up your seat if someone needs it more If you see a momma struggling Turn around and hold the door Let two items go before you when you’re in the Hy-Vee line It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind Chorus 2 It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind So count to three and check yourself before you speak your mind Is it helpful is it hurtful think about it first you’ll find It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind VERSE 2 Give a hug to someone feeling sad If your friend gets that promotion Let him know you’re really glad Tell that kid who’s trying hard that’s great you’re doing fine It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind BRIDGE A smile can go a long long way To brighten up somebody’s day You never know the difference you might make A hopeful word a compliment Worth more than any money spent An effort you have made for others’ sake VERSE 3 Help your neighbor shovel off their walk Consider if it’s better just to listen and not talk Give senior folk and shut-ins just a little of your time It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind Chorus 4 It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind So count to three and check yourself before you speak your mind Is it helpful is it hurtful think about it first you’ll find It doesn’t cost a thing No not a single thing It doesn’t cost a thing to be kind
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