Today 12-9-2022

Ephesians 4:29 NASB "Let no unwholesome word come out of your mouth, but if there is any good word for edification according to the need of the moment, say that, so that it will give grace to those who hear."He didn't need to hear that! Today's verse is about being an encourager by what we say and maybe what we don't say! He called, I answered and he began to tell me how down he was, felt alone and the choices in his life brought him to a bad place. I could have agreed with him and compounded his feelings or I could listen and give an encouraging word. I chose the later and as we met for coffee, I kept giving him words that would encourage him and not push him deeper into his self destruction! A simple word, spoken in kindness, can make the difference in a person's life, their outlook for the day, week or month. Let's not be one of those who use our words to build ourselves up but to help those who are struggling. The best place to find words of encouragement are in His Word so why not use them! peace, tom