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Welcome...I'm delighted that you chose to visit! I started this blog in March 2010 and I am so happy that I did. It has made me more aware of the many ways that God is blessing my life. I have made some special friends who bless,teach,encourage,and entertain me! My desire is to be an encouragement to you. I hope you will tarry for a while and that you will come back to visit often.

Monday, August 19, 2013

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Yesterday, our pastor talked about encouragement.  His scripture was Heb. 10:19-25. God encourages us with His Word and then He calls us to encourage others. He cited a list by Chuck Swindoll ( a well-known pastor, author, speaker) that suggests ways to do just that. Here is the list:

~observe and mention admirable traits in others
~write thank you notes to those who have been a blessing to you
~notice a job well done and say so
~cultivate a positive, reassuring attitude
~be supportive of someone hurting

We are to encourage, or "stir one another up" to love and good works. I would add ...being a responsible, trustworthy friend, employee, or volunteer. What would you add to the list?
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8 comments :

  1. MadSnapper n BeauAugust 20, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    i agree 100 percent..my mind is blank on adding others but i know there are many.. treating others like we want to be treated just popped in my mind.

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  2. ellen b.August 20, 2013 at 11:44 AM


    That's a great list. I'll add "smile" to it.

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  3. Pam TraskosAugust 20, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    Great message, build each other up, don't bring 'em down...that's my motto. Thanks for sharing, Blessings!

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  4. AnonymousAugust 20, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Great message. Doing that not only encourages others but is a blessing to us as well. It is a joy to make others happy. Hugs

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  5. AnnelieseAugust 20, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    Good list to keep in mind and practice.
    I'll add, "invite someone for coffee" =)

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  6. DebbieAugust 21, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    what a great message!! those stars bring back some memories.....both for myself and my boys!!

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  7. Kathy ... aka NanaAugust 21, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    I think encouragement is way underrated these days. I know that we all are often so busy that we don't think we have the time to stop and give a bit of encouragement ... but we need to. Thanks for the reminder ... and the encouragement to be an encourager.

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  8. Farm GirlAugust 21, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    What a great list of reminders. I have slipped so badly I am afraid.

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