Encourage One Another

We all need encouragement from one another on occasion, but unfortunately it doesn't come along very often. God is well aware that as fleshly human beings living in a world of devastation we need encouragement. In Luke 24:49 (KJV) Jesus encourages the disciples just prior to his ascension. He speaks to them saying, "And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high."Here he promises them that He is not leaving them without help, and encourages them with the promise that they will be endued with power from on high to guide them along their way. In Deuteronomy 1:38 (KJV) Moses instructs the people to encourage Joshua advising them he will be the one to lead Israel to inherit the promised land. In 2 Samuel 11:25 (KJV) David tells a messenger to encourage Joab before he goes to battle.

There are many passages of scripture that contain examples of encouragement being given to individuals, and groups of people as a whole. People have needed encouragement since the creation of mankind.

How many times have you thought that someone did a great job, their hair looked nice, they looked sad, they appeared depressed, they seemed out of sorts, or troubled by something, and you failed to encourage them? Even people who seem to have it all together, and appear happy on a regular basis need encouragement. When you pay someone a personal compliment it encourages them, and builds their self-esteem. When you notice that someone is troubled, and you take the time to listen to them and encourage them you show them that they matter, and that people love and care for their well-being.

Spreading a little encouragement to one another is not a daunting task. In fact, I believe that as you begin to engage in the act of encouraging others, the response you get will bring you joy. Begin at home encouraging your family, encourage your friends, then branch out and encourage people in your everyday life. I promise you that you'll have no problem finding someone who can benefit from your encouragement. All you have to do is look around you, and when you see another human being you have located a candidate.

If you have a prayer request and would like me to pray for you, leave me a message, and I will be more than happy to do so. May God bless you!