Day 1- THE LORD IS WITH YOU

Most people believe God is distant and too big to deal with the details of their life.
It can be encouragement to others knowing He is near and cares.
Read Joshua 1:9
How does this verse bring encouragement to you? another believer?
How can it encourage someone who doesn’t know much about God?

GIVE IT A TRY!

Each day this week, write an encouraging note to a friend.
Let what you are learning help guide what you write.

Day 2- YOU CAN DO IT

Believing in someone and giving them the hope to succeed is the most life-giving encouragement. Take the opportunity to tell them they can do it.
Read Philippians 4:13
How does this verse bring encouragement to you? another believer?
How can this verse encourage someone going through a difficult time?
Is there someone you know who could be encouraged by this verse?

Day 3- YOU HAVE PURPOSE

Just knowing there is a reason you exist can be the biggest encouragement in life.
It gives you hope that you are significant.
Read Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 139:14. How do these verses encourage you?
How can they encourage someone who doesn’t know much about God?
Who can you encourage with these verses?

Day 4- KEEP YOUR HEAD UP

God has promised to use trials to produce strong character within you. He has also promised there is nothing that He can’t overcome and turn into good. There is never a better time to encourage others than when someone is going through a hard time.
Read 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 and Romans 8:28
How do these verses encourage you? How can they encourage others who don’t know God? Who can you encourage with these verses?

Day 5- ROADBLOCKS TO ENCOURAGEMENT

The last four days you have learned some ways to encourage others. Today you are going to learn what will keep you from being an encouraging person.
Read Ephesians 4:29. What should you filter out of your mouth?
Why do you think unwholesome talk is a roadblock to encouragement?
What do you consider unwholesome talk?
Read Proverbs 16:28. What are the two ways words can hurt in this verse?
How do lies hinder encouragement? How does gossip hinder encouragement?
Read Titus 3:2. What should not come out of your mouth?
How can evil words hinder encouragement?
Do you think encouragement can help you avoid quarrels? If so, how?
What should your temperament be with your words? Is being courteous in words and actions encouraging? A true servant-hearted person understands the power of their words. Words can give life or they can destroy. What are your words like towards others?