Speaking Words of Encouragement of Hope

And let us consider how we may spur one another ontoward love and good deeds.~~ Hebrews 10:24 NIV ~~ 

The words that we speak have the power to do great good or great harm. If we speak words of encouragement and hope, we can lift others up. 

And that's exactly what God commands us to do. Sometimes, when we feel uplifted and secure, it is easy to speak kind words. Other times, when we are discouraged or tired, we can scarcely summon the energy to uplift ourselves, much less anyone else. 

God intends that we speak words of kindness, wisdom, and truth, no matter our circumstances, no matter our emotions. When we do, we share a priceless gift with the world, and we give glory to the One who gave his life for us. 

As believers, we must do no less. Sometimes we need to be reminded of the great potential we possess.We need someone to point out our likeness to the Onewho created us, to see God's image in us. Just one little wordof encouragement can make all the difference.~~ Barbara Johnson ~~