In one of the shortest books of the Bible, we find an example of how to be specifically encouraging to a friend
Tag: Encouragement
Waiting for a New Home
Do you look forward to an upgrade that you've been promised in the future?
Yes, Darkness Exists, but There is Hope in the Light
The light can show how messy our lives are, but it also helps us see a path to something better
Standing Solidly, in Solitude or Solidarity
Whether or not another person will stand with us, faith and hope remind us to stand strong through trials
Is It Just Too Much?
Encouragement is an interesting thing. No matter what our day brings, we should probably be either giving or receiving it.
Knowing “Why”
Knowing "why" and knowing what to do are separate things, but when we have both, we should act upon that knowledge
Trying to Keep in Step
It may take work to keep up, but it's worth it.
The Opposite of Angry
When we try to avoid avoid unrighteous anger, what should we replace it with?
Who’s Getting Blessed?, Part 1
Maybe whether or not we are blessed isn't measured the way that we thought it was.
“When He Is Alive…”
Can we learn something from a crook in The Great Gatsby?
No Problem
Is it possible for simple acts of service to others to be "no problem"?
Commissioned
Do you need to be reminded to live out your mission? Do others around you?
“Mentorized”
Some examples of good mentoring, based on the example of the apostle Paul.
A Little Muddy
Is God limited only to the clean, happy parts of our lives?
Hidden Good Works
Do you ever feel like you're not getting any credit for the hard work you put in for the Kingdom of God?
Active Inspiration
In the book of Hebrews, we are not only directed to make good choices, but also to help others to do good.
Recharging
In our busy lives, there is a secret (albeit not a well-hidden one) to finding the strength that we need to get through another week.
Just One Word of Encouragement
What if we could just say one encouraging thing to one person today?
Those Who Sin Differently 