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And the brothers there, when they heard about us, came as far as the Forum of Appius and Three Taverns to meet us. On seeing them, Paul thanked God and took courage. Acts 28:15
D.L. MOODY
If you are not able to go and invite the people to hear the gospel, you can give a word of cheer to others, and wish them “Godspeed.” Many a time when I have come down from the pulpit, some old man, trembling on the very verge of another world, living perhaps on borrowed time, has caught hold of my hand, and in a quavering voice said, “God bless you!”
How the words have cheered and helped me! You can speak a word of encouragement to younger friends if you are too feeble to work yourselves.
ERWIN LUTZER
Words, either good or bad, have tremendous power. “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits” (Proverbs 18:21). We can use words to either build or destroy, to bless or to curse. One negative comment can undo a thousand positive words.
Paul says, “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up” (Ephesians 4:29). If you want to effect change in someone’s life, positive speech is better than negative speech. Even criticism can be couched in the language of helpfulness rather than the language of condemnation.
Like Barnabas, may we also be known as sons and daughters of “encouragement” and speak words of hope, of appreciation, and use our tongues to motivate people toward achievement and blessing (Acts 4:36). As Moody said, let us bless the younger generation.
PRAYER
Father, today, let the words of my mouth bring hope and encouragement to all I meet.REFLECTION QUESTIONS
How has the Lord used others to encourage you in your walk with Him through life?
What can you do to allow for more opportunities to encourage and edify others more?