Something I enjoy giving and receiving is encouragement.
It generally costs the giver nothing and can bring joy to the receiver.
Through the briars and brambles of life it can make a difference in people's lives.
There is hidden treasure to be found when we come along side of someone and say something encouraging.
Sometimes it allows others to know they are not alone and it also can make you forget your own struggles for a bit.
There were various meanings of encouragement when I researched the word... One was giving someone support, confidence, or hope...another, it can act as a boost or stimulus to motivate.
My favorite was offering positive words of support and approval.
So, I am sending you some and hoping that you will pass it on to someone else.
Have a lovely week!
Hugs
Debbie
"My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart, and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge ." Col. 2:2-3 (NIV)
Hi Debbie, your photos are so beautiful and your message is inspiring. God bless you and thank you 😊 🙏 ❤️
ReplyDeleteEncouragement is so important and can really affect a person's life. Positive words help. Thank you for reminding us of that, Debbie. I hope you are enjoying the summer so far.
ReplyDeleteThe world needs encouragement for good. Beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteYou are so right Debbie - you are an encourager too. I love your raspberries. I also think when you encourage others you might forget about your own worries a little bit. Jesus is the greatest encourager!
ReplyDeleteVery inspiring post. You just never know how much impact your kind words may have on a person
ReplyDeleteThanks for those words of encouragement today, Debbie! I hope your week goes well with some rain and some sunshine and plenty of growth around you. Everything here in Northern KY is so green! - Rhonda Carpenter
ReplyDeleteA wonderful message for us to begin another week!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful one...
hugs
Donna