A few well-chosen words have the power to change our day for the better. When your friend (the one that knows about the big presentation you have to make at work today) texts you just to let you know, "You are so good at what you do! You are going to do great today!" your mood can go from anxious and nervous to confident and calm. Before the last final of the semester, a note from your roommate on your bathroom mirror encouraging you to power through one more test, can give you just the boost you need to make it through. A simple, "You are awesome," from a colleague, friend or spouse, can lift your spirits and give you just what you need to finish the task at hand.
And when we're at our best, we encourage others when they are down, frightened, unsure or otherwise concerned about something. When we encourage others, we reflect God’s very nature, because not only does God encourage us when we need it, it's part of God's character to be an encourager. When our words encourage others, our
