The Blessing Of Encouragement

(Member of GS Youth)

Proverbs 13:12 (MSG)

Unrelenting disappointment leaves you heartsick, but a sudden good break can turn life around.

Life may seem too big and important for a small comment to make a difference, but as the verse says… 'a sudden good break can turn life around.'

Sometimes I think to myself, 'Wow! They have awesome shoes', or 'I love their hairstyle today,' but I don't share it as it seems so trivial in the vast world we live in, but little do I know, a small encouraging comment could make their day or even change the way they see themselves.

My top tips on how to encourage:

1- Share even the slightest encouragement! Even if it seems minor to you, it could mean the world to the other person.

2- Try praying to ask God for a word of encouragement to share with someone, as God can tell you precisely what they need to hear.

3- Think of different ways of encouraging, whether it's showing up for a friend's event, baking someone a cake or helping with a job/task. These things can be super-encouraging and helpful to those who feel alone or underappreciated. (And don't forget to pray for them!)

Today's task - Try to encourage somebody as Paul did in Acts 20:1-2 'He gave constant encouragement, lifting their spirits and charging them with fresh hope.'

Prayer — Lord, please encourage every person reading this today and help them to know how to encourage friends and family.