“Those of us who are strong and able in the faith need to step in and lend a hand to those who falter, and not just do what is most convenient for us. Strength is for service, not status. Each one of us needs to look after the good of the people around us, asking ourselves, “How can I help?” Romans 15:1-2 (MSG)
What was the last thing we said to co-workers, family members, and friends today? Was it words to help them feel better about themselves or was it words that cut deep? Sometimes we forget the power of our words. Recently, I heard some ladies talking to each other: one informing the other of their new nickname. It definitely wasn’t a name I’d want to call my best friend or even tell her. It was one that would hurt. Maybe the one thought she was being cute, maybe she just didn’t think anything about it at all. Instantly, I remembered what I say to my boys regularly, “What would Jesus think if He were standing here?” I wonder how the receiver felt the rest of the day knowing her new name. It hurt my heart as I wondered how much better our lives would be if we followed the command of Romans 15:2. Instead of cutting each other down in fun, we would lift each other up in love. Maybe just a: “Do you know your smile brightens my day?” or “Your love for the Lord inspires me.” All simple words, probably ones we feel, yet rarely say. Let’s all challenge each other to lift one another up in love.
“Father, use my words to encourage my sisters in Christ, and even more use my words to open someone’s heart to You instead of hurting them.”
For His Glory,
Debbie Struble
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