Be
an Encourager
And let us consider how we may spur one
another on toward love and good deeds.
Hebrews 10:24
Bill had a knack for getting the best
out of anyone he met. He ascribed to the theory that you will always
find what you look for. So he looked for the good in people and
helped them maximize their potential.
Watching little league practice with
Jay’s father, Bill remarked, “Ya know, Joe, I’m thinkin’ Jay
is gonna make one heck of a shortstop!”
Joe smiled and nodded, “I’m a
little prejudice, but I believe you’re right.” It felt good
having someone with Bill’s baseball savvy speak well of your son.
Just then the coach called the boys in.
As Jay passed by, he looked into the stands and caught Bill’s ‘two
thumbs-up’ approval. He beamed as he headed into the dugout.
“You and Lenore have done a good job
with that boy, Joe,” he said, paying Joe and his wife a well
deserved compliment.
“Thanks, Bill,” he said, pleased
with the remark. “He’s a good boy, well-mannered and willing to
work hard. Why, he even asked if he could come with me to work this
summer!”
“He’s gonna make some woman a good
husband some day,” Bill said in response to Joe’s comment. They
both shared a laugh, knowing that that day was still quite a
ways off.
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Bill’s philosophy was that there were
only twenty-four hours in a day, and he was charged with using them
wisely. He figured there was no better way to do that than to help
others find their maximum potential, and help them achieve great
things. The best way he knew to do that was by pointing out their
strengths, and encouraging them to build on those things. He had a
way of seeing the good qualities in others, and was committed to
telling them he noticed.
God wants us to make the best of each
opportunity to sow seeds of encouragement. We will always see what
we’re looking for in others. Make a difference in someone’s life,
look for the good and be an encourager, spur someone to great things!
Prayer
“Father, help me to be a
blessing in the lives of those around me. Show me other’s strong
points so I can encourage them to refine and grow those attributes.
In Jesus’ Name, amen.”
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