How to Be an Encourager

Discouragement seems to run rampant in the world today with so many ways people hurt one another: cars cutting in front of others, people pushing and shoving in line, irate people at work and so much more. In the Bible, a man named Joseph was renamed Barnabas because of his great ministry of encouragement. You, too, can be a Barnabas and encourage others. People seem to need encouragement so much, as anxiety-related issues are on the rise. You can make the difference in a person's life, which could lead to a change in the community, nation and world.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Bible
• Notecards (optional)

1. Begin with prayer and reading the Bible. Encouragement from God is the best encouragement anyone can receive. Then, make the decision that you will go out and encourage those you come in contact with during the day.

2. Brainstorm and practice some things you may say to people you see during the day. Again, scripture can be a great encouragement to others. The more you encourage, the more it will become a part of you to do so. In time, you will do it naturally.

3. Cards sent in the mail, or sent through email, are great vehicles of encouragement. A couples of sites for free ecards are Hallmark and DaySpring

4. Pray for someone, and let them know you are praying for them. This is very encouraging to many knowing that you have them on your mind and heart, and are praying for them.

5. Does someone need help with a project or situation? Encourage them by joining to help them work through it. Let them know they are not alone.

6. Never grow tired of doing good. "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up (Gal. 6:9)."

Tips & Warnings

• If you have people working for you, find out from them how they are most encouraged.

• Find out from your family how they feel encouraged.

Resources

• Hallmark Free Ecards
• DaySpring Free Ecards