Give Grace
Proverbs 11:25 says, “A generous person will prosper. Whoever refreshes others will be refreshed!”
It is amazing how often in the New Testament Paul’s letters include words of encouragement. He almost always opens his letters with thanksgiving for those to whom he is writing. And he almost always finds something supportive, something uplifting to share with them.
In the book of Acts, we see that encouragement returned. Wherever Paul travels, those who know him, love him and they receive him with affection and support.
This week try and find at least one person each day who may need some encouragement. Whether it is a note, a call, a hug or a spoken word, refresh them with thanksgiving or praise. At the end of the week, notice your own spirit feeling renewed!
Let us pray: God of Hope, we all know people who are discouraged or down or hurting. We all know people who seem to be just going through the motions. Give us the words or the actions to build up, to bless, to encourage, to show grace. And may your Spirit fall upon us, through Jesus Christ. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Rev. Joe Albright is a graduate of Flagler College and Columbia Theological Seminary. Together, he and his wife Robbie have five children. He loves spending time on the ocean and especially enjoys surfing and fishing. Before entering the ministry, Joe taught high school Spanish in Cape Hatteras North Carolina and Lawrence Tavern, Jamaica. He has pastored churches in Sarasota and Jacksonville, Florida and is currently serving Trinity Presbyterian Church in Palm Coast. Full Bio “I believe deeply in the power of the Gospel to bring hope, love, and new life. I have seen firsthand how this beautiful ministry of hope has touched people’s lives. It gives me great joy to serve Dial Hope as Lead Pastor.”
