January 23, 2025

Self-Care Day 23: Today I Chose to Encourage

Writing a note of encouragement reminded me how powerful words can be. Proverbs 16:24 says, “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” Encouraging someone else is a beautiful way to reflect God’s love.

As I enjoyed sliced bell peppers with guacamole, I thought about how vibrant and nourishing encouragement can be, just like colorful, healthy food. Words have the power to uplift and bring joy, just as nourishing foods sustain our bodies.

Who can you encourage today? A simple note, text, or thoughtful word can brighten someone’s day more than you realize.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for the gift of words. Help me to use them wisely to encourage and uplift others. Show me who needs encouragement today, and give me the wisdom to speak from the heart. Amen.

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