Some people are just natural encouragers. They encourage others not because they are striving for personal gain, but because they are being faithful with the gift of ‘emotional giving’ that was gifted to them. They LOVE to lift your spirits and find unique things that make you feel celebrated.

I have and have had many wonderful encouragers along the way. My mother is a natural encourager not only in my life, but in many other’s lives.  Even as a teenager, i took notice of how she thanklessly, consistently and abundantly gave the gift of encouragement no matter what was  going on in her own life.  She has this amazing gift of making people feel genuinely loved and valued.

Think of those who are an encouragement to you, both people who have been rooting for you for years, and those who pass through once in a while and boost you up. Yes, they may be naturally and happily giving to you in this way, but never take them for granted. They are human and have hurts, needs and life obstacles just like you. They may not complain or share what is going on in their own lives, but they need encouragement too.

Life is so busy and compartmentalized, but please make the time and find a way to surprise an encourager that you may know by depositing JOY back into their lives. You may not even realize that this simple act of love might just be blessing them at a time when they really need it.

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