10 valid needs of people: affection

As a follower of Jesus, I am called to cling to what is good and avoid what is evil. (Romans 12:9, 21)

Clinging to the good and avoidance of evil relates to showing affection to people how?

I look for the good in everyone; that shines through. I don't always know what others are going through; I seek to understand and put myself in their situation: what made them choose to say/do/act in that certain way. That is a step in a direction of showing affection.

I also belive hospitality and affection are related. Being hospitable and affectionate toward others is welcoming them in as children of God (whether believers or not). I love because God first loved me. When I show affection toward all people, I am reflecting His love.

10 valid needs of people

There are 10 valid needs of people such as:

1) acceptance: dignify others by accepting them (romans 15:7)

2) Affection: expressing care and closeness saying "I love you" (Luke 5:13)

3) Appreciation: expressing thanks for the efforts of others (Romans 12:10)

4) Approval: affirming the importance of a relationship (Mark 1:11)

5) Attention: showing genuine interest in another's interests (1 Corinthians 12:25)

6) Comfort: ease the hurting with words, feelings and touch (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)

7) Encouragement: stimulating others to love and goodness (Hebrews 10:24)

8) Respect: treating another as having importance and dignity (1 Peter 2:17)

9) Security: harmony in relationships (Romans 12:16, 18)

10) Support: helping to carry another's burdens (Galatians 6:2)