Loading...

The gift of encouragement 

Thursday January 28, 2021
Bob Gass
1 min read

“If your gift is…to encourage, then give encouragement.” Romans 12:6, 8 NIV 

Did you know that there’s such a thing as “the gift of encouragement”? There is! The Bible says, “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is…to encourage, then give encouragement.” And you don’t have to be talented or have a high IQ to demonstrate this gift. Every day you meet people in need of encouragement. They may not show it on the surface, but underneath they’re struggling to keep their head above water. Some of them are at the point of despair, and your words can lift them. Even a smile can do it. Job said, “When they were discouraged, I smiled at them. My look of approval was precious to them” (Job 29:24 NLT). Solomon said, “Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, but a good word makes it glad” (Proverbs 12:25 NKJV). Don’t assume because people exhibit the trappings of status and success that they don’t need encouragement. David was a best-selling author whose psalms are still read around the world. He was Israel’s most popular king. His victories in battle are the envy of every military academy strategist. But he had days when he felt so low that he was reaching up to touch the bottom: “I am on the verge of collapse, facing constant pain” (Psalm 38:17 NLT). It’s not just average people who need encouragement—best-selling authors, kings, and generals need it too. Everybody does! And that’s good, because when you have the gift of encouragement, you will never be without a job. So today be sensitive to God’s leading, and when He prompts you to encourage someone—do it!

The Word for You Today is authored by Bob and Debby Gass and published under licence from Celebration Enterprises, Inc. Copyright © 2024


Bible in a Year:

Get daily encouragement straight to your inbox!

Start your day with The Word For You Today—a trusted source of daily encouragement designed to speak right to your heart. Whether you're juggling work, family, or just needing a quiet moment with God, these short, powerful devotionals help you stay grounded in faith and hope. It’s like a gentle nudge from a friend reminding you that God is with you, even in the chaos. Perfect with your morning coffee or during school drop-off downtime, The Word For You Today fits beautifully into your routine and brings spiritual encouragement just when you need it most.
We'll never share your email with anyone else.
You'll get an email each morning and you can unsubscribe anytime!

Advertisement

Advertisement

Your gift to The Word For You Today and UCB Radio helps ensure daily encouragement get to people in their darkest times: 

“I read The Word For You Today every morning before my kids wake up. It keeps me grounded and gives me strength to face the day.”
– Jessica, UCB Listener & Mom of 3

Donate

Get positive, uplifting UCB Radio and The Word For You Today wherever you go with our FREE app. 

Download

Let us stand with you and pray for your concerns.

UCB Radio Prayerline is powered by

Request Prayer

Previous Daily Encouragement

Read Today
Mon January 25

Be generous with God 

Picture a mother and her child in a severe famine, with just enough food for one last meal. Now picture Elijah saying, “Share with...

Read more
Sun January 24

Try brainstorming (2) 

The founder of IBM, Thomas J. Watson, said, “Expose your ideas to the dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label...

Read more
Sat January 23

Try brainstorming (1) 

Solomon said, “Strategic planning is the key to warfare; to win, you need a lot of good counsel” (v. 6 TM). There are wise...

Read more
Thu January 21

How to pray effectively 

The Bible says, “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much. Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he...

Read more

Advertisement

Advertisement