Encouragement!

Taken from NIV Extreme Teen Bible

Alright, I think this Study Bible has a lot of practical applications that are easy to apply to our lives. This time, I found one in Hebrews 3:13.

“But exhort one another daily, while it is called 'Today,' lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin”

Most of us feel insecure when we are in a different place, doing new things, or meeting new people. Somehow we forget everything that is good and strong about ourselves. We can only see our weaknesses and think about our failures. You or your friend may need some encouragement in this area.
Verse 13 says that we need encouragement every day. That's what being the body of Christ is all about. Christians are supposed to encourage one another and remind each other that they are children of a loving God – empowered by His Strength and covered by His grace. It's our job to encourage each other and be there for one another.

“Blessed be the God and Father our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” - 1 Corinthians 1:3-4

“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” - Galatians 6:9-10

“Now we exhort you brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the faint-hearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all.” 1 Thessalonians 5:28


Reflect on these passages as well as the one in Hebrews and see how you can be one of encouragement.

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