So how did being positive go for you? Did it change your attitude?

This week we want to write about the need for encouragement. Encouragement is something simple but can really change the outlook for people too. Again looking at Jesus we see many times how His encouragement really changed people. Last week we share about the encouragement for Peter but that was only one of them. Jesus encouraged people by breaking down walls, just think about the tax collector. A man that was not loved in that society, but he came to his house, which was a huge encouragement for that man, so much so that he totally changed his life.

So when you speak a word of encouragement to someone or do an action that is encouraging you can change people’s outlook on their day, week, or even life. Encouragement brings courage! I experienced so many times that just by caring and acknowledging a person they would feel encouraged and uplifted. Its not hard. Just think about your neighbors. What about if you encourage them in something they do really well! Maybe there yard or some art they did or even just a little act of kindness you saw them doing.

1. Start encouraging someone in your family.
2. Then encourage a neighbor through something little.

Hey our friend

We hope you had a good week!! We are on a writing trip right now in Seattle to work on the book. We are excited to move forward with this project. During the last week we had a great celebration of Saint Patricks day which is a big event in San Francisco. Many times it is used for heavy drinking but not really in remembrance of this amazing man who lived forgiveness very practical by going back to the people that once enslaved them and bringing the gospel and hope to them. Here is a link that shares a little bit about him. Be inspired by him!

Have a wonderful week!!

Markus and Jen