When he arrived and saw what the grace of God had done, he was glad and encouraged them all to remain true to the Lord with all their hearts.
Acts 11:23
Even though some people look like they’re doing fine and don’t need encouragement, the truth is that everybody needs somebody cheering them on, somebody who sees the best in them, somebody who believes in them and supports them.
You can be that person for the people in your life.
Many times, you can see things in other people that they can’t see in themselves.
Your words of encouragement, your words of blessing can help them step up to who they were created to be.
You can be the one they can count on, because you’re not going to find fault with them, but you’ll be the one who always has healing words that uplift and push them into their destiny.
Everybody is going through something difficult.
Be on the lookout for those around you.
There are people whom God has in your life right now who need your love, your encouragement, your kindness.
Live with the attitude, “Who can I bless and lift up today?
Who can I encourage to pursue their dreams?”
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