Construction Zone

I often find it frustrating and terribly inconvenient when  I come across a construction zone in my travels.  This often means I need to slow down and invest precious time in what may be an unplanned for delay.  I think we have these same opportunities in our daily living.  Instead of road reconstruction - it's about people...

This week, I have a challenge for you:

Look at people's faces.  Are they cheerful? stressed? tired? content?

Now, ask them what they're so happy about so you can share their joy OR speak a word of encouragement to those who may need it.

The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life,

but a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.

A happy heart makes the face cheerful,

but heartache crushes the spirit.

Proverbs 15:4,13



Help us Lord to be more aware of the power of our words.  We want to inspire others we meet.  Help us find just the right words to encourage and lift the spirit of those we encounter who need You in the moment.  We know all too well that our mouths have tremendous power to build up or tear down.  We can make some one's day or destroy it.

Ladies, let's be builders.

Press in and press on,

Giselle