Become an Encourager

From dawn to dusk, we take care of ourselves, we think of our present, our future, our sorrow, our happiness, in-fact everything rotates on us. Rather we are so…. self-centered that we forget to take a look, around even for a minute. Once in a while, we should take a walk in the street, and we will easily notice disturbed people, just read the needy faces, they will have talking eyes, which might desperately; be in need of a pat, a touch, a smile, a look; which will encourage them and make a big difference in their lives.

Encouragement is a genuine human character. Try to be an encourager to others so, that it enables the person to live with their own selves, despite their human frailties, weaknesses and; imperfections. At the same time, the encouragers words, provide power, and; boost the energy levels in making certain changes in personality of the other person. Encouragement makes a good personal relationship even, it makes excellent friendship.

I remember an incident few months ago….

I saw a girl, in our church who used to look quite disturbed, withdrawn, quiet, and reserved. I carefully observed her for few days. She would not talk to anyone, as soon as the service finished, she used to go home. Never mingling with others. One day purposely, I sat next to her, when the service began, I looked her, smiled and touched her hand. She felt nice. As the service was about to finish, I asked her “can you spare 2 min to talk”. She waited after the service, and then we both had a talk. She told me all her problems…and said “till now no one had enquired so keenly”. She felt relieved, after I gave an ear, consoled her, encouraged her and prayed with her. Later I could see the joy in her eyes. I thanked God for helping me to encourage someone today.

Encouraging Verse: 1Thes 5:11 So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you'll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you're already doing this; just keep on doing it.

Even in scriptures we can see, God commanding Moses, to encourage Joshua. Paul, used to encourage his fellow prisoners and other people when he was in jail. God has given us the gift of His word which provides us with encouraging verses. Try to offer inspiration, for each day and provide comfort, strength and encouragement to cope with life's challenges for those in need.

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Ann