God's Glory Church

“Comfort . . . one another, and build one another up.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11

“Your bees are swarming!” My wife peeked into my room and announced the news that no beekeeper wants to hear. I ran out into the yard and saw a swarm of bees flying out of the hive, heading for the top of a tall pine tree. Everything, will never return.

I did not pay attention to the fact that the hive may soon begin to swarm. In addition, the rains that lasted for more than a week prevented my inspections. In the morning, when the rains ended, the bees flew away. It was a new and healthy family. “Don’t be too hard on yourself,” an experienced beekeeper told me encouragingly, seeing my disappointment. “It can happen to anyone!”

Encouragement is a wonderful gift. When David was overwhelmed by Saul’s attempts to kill him, Saul’s son Jonathan encouraged David. “Do not be afraid,” said Jonathan, “because the hand of my father Saul will not find you! And you will reign over Israel, and I will be your intercessor. And my father Saul knows this” (1 Sam. 23:17).

An incredible display of selflessness from someone who is the heir to the throne! Jonathan probably realized that God was with David, so his words came from a humble heart.

Everyone needs encouragement, and God will help us to encourage others. We just need to humble ourselves before Him and ask Him to make us instruments of His love for other people.

Who needs your encouragement? How can you humbly serve them?

Dear God, You gave me eternal encouragement and good hope. Help me to show your love to someone today.

Author: James Banks