Would you like to feel useful, productive, and know at the end of the day that your time wasn’t wasted?
Vol. 20 No. 36 | September 3, 2018
Encourage Someone
Would you like to feel useful, productive, and know at the end of the day that your time wasn’t wasted?
Here’s something that might help:
We should think about each other to see how we can encourage each other to show love and do good works. (Hebrews 10:24, Easy-to-Read Version)
First, think about each other.
Think about other people- your friends, family, and coworkers. Put your needs aside for a few minutes
Paul said it like this:
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. (Philippians 2:3-4, NIV)
Second, think about ways you can encourage them.
If you have a friend who is going through a hard time, call them and remind them you are thinking about and praying for them. Be specific.
If you know someone who is expecting a baby, invite them over for a meal and listen to their dreams, fears, and concerns. Listen, then pray for them.
If you know someone who recently had or adopted a baby, call or visit them and ask how they are really doing. Listen to them, then pray for them.
If you know a couple who is recently married or about to get married? Arrange a time to be with them, listen to their excitement or challenges. Pray with them.
Do you have friends whose child is about to graduate from high school? Send them a note and let them know you’ve been there. Encourage them to enjoy every moment…and to cry when they need to.
Send your preacher a note reminding him or her that you appreciate all they do for you and the church.
Make a special effort to let your child’s teacher know you appreciate all they do.
Make a list of things your spouse does that you appreciate and share it with them when they are having a tough day.
Pay attention to your child and acknowledge something they do that makes you proud. Make a big deal out of it. Also notice when they are struggling and learn how to help them work through it.
Think about others. Be creative in encouraging them. They will be glad you did. You will be too.
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