On being an encourager

Encouragement is a kind word to a friend.
Encouragement is a hug when someone is going through a tough time.
Encouragement is a Bible verse taped to your mirror.
Encouragement is a reminder that you are loved.

Being an encourager doesn't take a lot of time or a lot of effort, but it can make a world of difference to the person on the receiving end! Just think about how good you feel when someone tells you that you are a good mom, or that they are praying for you, or that their child has had to be spanked in the church parking lot too. A lot of times it can make your whole day brighter!

Then, why don't we take the time to do it? Are we too busy? Do we just not think the person would care?

And, why don't we send cards anymore? Actually putting pen to paper is a dying art these days...but think of the response it would get! I mean, don't you go to the mailbox wondering if there is something in there other than the bills? And when there is, you just can't wait to open it! Then when you realize that someone actually took the time to write your name on a card with an actual pen, look up your address, then put a stamp on it and walk it to the mailbox...just for you! WOW! What a great feeling!

And by being an encourager, you have the ability to make someone smile without even seeing them! How rewarding to know that you could be a blessing to someone, just by taking 5 minutes out of your day to send them a little 'praying for you.' Because, we could all use an extra prayer, couldn't we? You don't have to write anything profound, or fix anything, or come up with the perfect verse that would make things seem better for them. Just a good old fashioned 'I said a prayer for you today!' can make all the difference.

Here are a few cards that I received to review from DaySpring recently.

And, when I opened them, I had a specific person in mind for each card! All of them have a fun spin on friendship and a special verse. Perfect for those of us (namely, me) who can't always write well, or at all, and always tries to make it sound great, only to see that what I write doesn't make sense! 

There are all kinds of different items available at DaySpring to make it easy to be a encouragement to others! Go check it out!
You can't put a price on making someone else smile~and more than likely, it will be an even bigger blessing to you!

**Yes, DaySpring sent the cards for me to review for free...but the opinions are all mine.**