Encourage one another
and build each other up.
—1 Thessalonians 5:11
Every person you encounter today will be different as a result of crossing paths with you. She will leave up in the clouds or down in the dumps; he will leave pumped up or pulled down; they will leave encouraged or discouraged, blessed or distressed.
You are God’s voice in your circle of influence. That’s awesome—and scary. God trusts you to represent him. Be sure his trust is well-placed, not misplaced.
Family, friends, casual acquaintances, and strangers will come and go today, but they won’t go as they came. When they go, they will wish their time with you could have lasted longer—or be glad that it’s over.
Today, be an encourager.