When you pour thought into a present, it can be disheartening to get a seemingly tossed-together gift in return. This Dear Abby column examines whether it’s worth continuing the exchange when that thoughtfulness doesn’t feel reciprocated.

This article discusses the concept of sincerity, exploring everyday gestures—like compliments and thanks—that sometimes lack genuine intent. It then poses a central question about how these small acts reflect on our faith and whether we truly live by what we profess.