· 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Encouragement is stronger when it is specific. Instead of a quick compliment, name the patience, effort or kindness you have noticed. Let another person know that their work matters, especially when it is rarely acknowledged.
A question to sit with
Whose effort have I noticed but never named?
One small step
Thank someone for a particular act of care.
Pray
God of hope, let my words strengthen someone today. Amen.
Original reflection and prayer. The Scripture reference is chosen for personal reflection and is not necessarily the day’s Mass reading.