Reach Out
When I’m down, I find the quickest way to lift my spirits is to reach out to others. It’s never my first thought during those times but when I realize that I am beginning to wallow in self-pity, the thing that pulls me out of that pit the quickest is when God brings someone to mind that I can send a note of encouragement to or someone else who is having a trying time that I can pray for. They may never know the struggle I’m having but God does and He also knows the cure.
This week, the Gospel Greats radio program announced that their most requested song in their recent listener call-in was “I’ll Pray for You” by the Whisnants. It seems like most people want to know that someone is really praying for them. If you can’t think of anything else encouraging but can honestly tell someone you’re praying for them, that may be all the encouragement they need to lift their spirits, and you will be lifted up as well due to your obedience to the Holy Spirit.
Don’t have pity parties. They are extremely lonely parties and can just send you deeper into depression. Commit to fighting the good fight and keep reaching out. As you do so, God will encourage you as you encourage others.
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