Heb 10:24–25 (NKJV) – “And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.”
Encouragement is one of the most Christlike ministries a believer can practice. To encourage is to impart courage—to breathe strength into another heart. The early church was built on this spirit of mutual edification. The writer of Hebrews reminds us to “stir up love and good works,” calling believers to lift each other rather than tear down. In a world filled with harsh voices, the church must sound different—speaking grace that restores hope.
Scripture is rich with encouragers who strengthened others in their weakest moments. Jonathan encouraged David in the wilderness (1 Sam. 23:16). Barnabas, the “son of encouragement,” defended Saul when others doubted him (Acts 9:27). Jesus restored Peter after his failure, saying, “Feed My sheep” (John 21:17). Encouragers do not ignore faults; they see beyond them and call out God’s purpose in people’s lives.
To be an encourager is to carry the heart of Christ into daily life. Choose words that heal, not hurt; actions that build, not break. One word of encouragement can revive faith and rekindle hope. The world has enough critics—what it needs are believers who remind others that God still redeems, restores, and renews.
Further Readings:
1 Sam 23:16
John 21:17
Acts 9:27
🙏 Blessed Weekend🙏
Very encouraging.