Acts 4:36
Thus Joseph, who was also called by the apostles Barnabas (which means son of encouragement), a Levite, a native of Cyprus
The apostle assigned an extra name Barnabas to Joseph which meant son of encouragement. Joseph’s mouth was full of consolation .He also gave liberally towards the relief of the poor, parting with his possessions for them. He excelled in outward, inward and spiritual comfort to the poor and rich and fitted to handle others people’s wounds with gentleness and care.
Be kind. Many people you meet are fighting hard battles and need a good word and uplifting compliment to fire their hopes and dreams. It takes little effort to do ,but it really lift people up .Like a magnet, posses the power of attraction and draw people towards you. Make less use of your repellant pole for it does exist.
Some are experts of bringing others down using their venomous tongue and unscreened words . They blossom in Faultfinding, negative criticism, discouragement and personalised attack which are ingredients of division.
May God make us vessels of encouragement whom people will never regret having met in their course of living. May we never be a reason why someone kneels down and cry to God.Purpose to encourage someone today.
Further readings:
Pro 15:23
1 The 5:15
Zec 7:9
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