Kindness has the power to transform lives, and even the smallest acts can make a lasting difference in the community. Dino Rizzo, founder of Servolution and President of the Association of Related Churches (ARC), has dedicated decades to championing this very idea. Pastor Dino believes that simple gestures—offering a helping hand, sharing a meal, or speaking a kind word—can have lasting impacts far beyond what we can see. According to Dino Rizzo, these seemingly small moments of generosity can spark hope, uplift weary hearts, and inspire others to pay it forward.
The Choice of Generosity
Dino Rizzo reminds us that opportunities for kindness surround us every day. “Every day, we have a choice to let generosity speak,” Pastor Dino explains.
These choices can manifest in both small and large ways, such as buying coffee for a stranger, volunteering for a local cause, or sharing an encouraging word.
However, it is easy to get caught up in the pain of our life experiences and feel like our actions won’t make a difference. “Don’t let what you’ve been through be the volume restrictor,” Pastor Dino urges. Instead of allowing fear, pain, or doubt to silence our generosity, he encourages us to embrace these moments as opportunities to reflect God’s love. When we let kindness flow through us, we touch the lives of others in profound ways.
Gratitude Fuels Generosity
For Dino Rizzo, generosity begins with gratitude. “My generosity is an overflow of a grateful heart,” he explains. “You’ve got to make a decision in your life that even in your lack and in your valley, there’s somebody less fortunate than you.” Instead of focusing on what we lack, Dino encourages us to focus on what we have. Even in tough times, there’s always something to give.
Small Actions Have a Big Impact
Dino Rizzo challenges us to view every act of kindness—no matter how small—as a building block in a much larger story of positive change. Acts of kindness can be as simple as helping a coworker with a task, volunteering at your local church, or donating to a community cause. All are more than isolated moments of generosity.
Small gestures can create a ripple effect, inspiring others to take action and spread kindness in ways you might not ever imagine. By adopting this mindset, you join a larger movement that turns individual efforts into lasting impact. The message is clear: every act of kindness matters, and together, these acts can spark a wave of change that makes the world a better place.
Take the First Step
According to Dino Rizzo, generosity isn’t about grand gestures but the daily choices we make to brighten someone’s day. “I’m going to let generosity speak in the name of Jesus,” he declares, urging us all to do the same.
As we head into the new year, let Dino Rizzo’s words inspire you to look for opportunities to give. A kind word, a thoughtful gift, or a few moments of your time could make a lasting impact. After all, the ripple effect of generosity has the power to change the world—one small act at a time.
So, what small act of kindness will you let speak today?
About Dino Rizzo
Dino Rizzo, a 35-year ministry veteran, co-founded Healing Place Church with his wife, DeLynn, where he served as senior pastor for two decades. Through his passion for inspiring believers to serve their communities, Dino Rizzo founded Servolution and authored “Serve Your City.” Rizzo serves as the Executive Director of ARC (Association of Related Churches), which has planted more than 1100 churches worldwide, and is on the Senior Leadership Team at Church of the Highlands.