1 Thessalonians 5:11 says,
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you
are doing.”
I was at the vet the other week with
my dog. I overheard the veterinarian telling a girl my age that her dog may
have heart failure. They took out a liter of fluid around the dog’s lungs and
will call her with the other test results. I felt prompted to go over and
comfort her so I stood up and immediately started bawling. I couldn't get my
words out at first, but gave her a hug. As we sat there petting her dog, we
talked a bit and I told her I was praying for her. Putting an animal down is
never easy, but I hope I was able to comfort and brighten her day just a little
bit!
Our words are powerful. We can use
them to build each other up or tear a person down. Ephesians 4:29 says, “Do not
let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for
building others up according to their needs.” How will you use your words to
build a person up today?
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