Today's Encouragement from getencouraged.blog

Today is Maundy Thursday, and we are challenged in John 13 to show a different kind of love. How are you going to meet this challenge today? Visit https://getencouraged.blog for more.

As the events of Passion Week unfold, today is the day many begin preparing for Jesus' death. Can we find hope in his resurrection? Today's encouragement reminds us there is great hope in his resurrection. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/04/21/can-we-find-hope-in-christs-resurrection/

Jesus cleanses the Temple, and in doing so, reminds us all that grace is free. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2023/04/03/holy-monday-a-reminder-forgiveness-is-free/

Jesus' entrance on Palm Sunday brought with it an announcement like none other. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2023/04/02/palm-sunday-an-announcement-like-none-other/

In the same way it took years to construct the Temple, it may take some time to turn our lives into the mosaic the Lord desires. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/12/failure-creates-a-mosaic/

Generosity is not an old-fashioned principle. The world is in need of generous people now more than ever.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/16/why-be-generous/

While you and I cannot control our neighbor’s tongue, we can control our own. If we do not repeat gossip, we will not be spreading the wildfire it lights. If we do not intently listen to gossip, perhaps the conversation will be changed. Without our participation, the devastation caused by gossip may not be as severe. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/17/devastating-words/

The average person can speak 100 to 130 words per minute and type 60 to 65 words per minute. We can quickly get words out and be on to the next one, but the impact our words have can last for a long time. In some cases, their impact can be felt for a lifetime. Being entrusted with something this powerful requires careful use.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/28/ask-these-5-questions-before-speaking/

What does it mean to be a neighbor? Here are some practical suggestions to help be a Good Samaritan in today's world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/01/4-ways-to-be-todays-good-samaritan/

In Luke's Gospel, Jesus uses a parable of a good Samaritan to illustrate an important fact about being a neighbor. A person in need was contacted by three travelors, but only one neighbor. Which travelor are you? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/30/which-character-are-you/

"Who is my neighbor?" This question was given to Jesus, and he challenged the "norm" of the day with his answer. In doing so, he also gives you and I a challenge. How well do we meet it? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/26/who-is-my-neighbor/

Where will you find the Lord today? You just never know. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/29/god-is-here-there-everywhere/

How does Psalm 119 suggest we plot our course? Today's passage takes a look. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/02/finding-our-way/

Life is tiring. The headlines we see and problems we encounter zap our strength, but they are no match for the Lord’s. We are promised the Lord will give us his strength. The Lord will renew our strength each day to take on that day’s challenges.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/06/24/a-rest-is-coming/

It may seem like there is no good news today, but there is. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/07/heres-good-news/

Well, the future is coming. It may be unsettling, but we can not stop it from coming. The good news for Christians, the future will be glorious.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/11/looking-to-the-future/

Today's encouragement is a reminder there is always hope. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/10/forever-hope/

Today's encouragement is a reminder that Jesus brings much hope. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/16/christ-is-hope/

Needing hope today? Check out Today's Encouragement for a way of finding hope. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/14/hope-yestterday-today-and-the-future/

No matter the time of year, we can always be encouraged knowing the Lord has come. He is here to help us. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/17/a-deliverer-has-come/

On the search for real contentment, check out today's encouragement. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/16/being-content/

This is only a temporary stop on our way home. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/18/not-yet-home/

Today's encouragement is found in Luke 17, and we are reminded to have an attitude of gratituede. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/23/be-part-of-the-10/

A tree came toppling down and taught a valuable lesson. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/24/faiths-root-system/

We have a great inheritance awaiting us. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/25/thankful-heirs/

A snake and simple cure teach a valuable lesson many years ago and still today. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/02/what-thats-it/

The Lord can make much out of little. Find encouragement in this truth today. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/07/03/much-out-of-little/

It seems success can be found in many places, but there is one place we can find real success. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/27/finding-real-success/

Don't get pushed around by temptation. Be ready to fight back. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2023/02/18/fight-back/

Missing fries, traffic jams, and running through the airport are daily activities for most of us. They are not life shattering, but they happen. How do we respond? How do these events influence our faith? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/28/everyday-thumps/

Jesus states he is the vine as he reveals much about his identity. What does this mean for us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/04/the-vine/

Jesus gives us a great deal to consider about his identity. In John 14, Jesus proclaims he is the way, truth, and life. For us, what does this mean? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/03/the-way-the-truth-and-the-life/

Jesus tells us much about his identity. John 11 shows us Jesus is the resurrection and life. What does this mean for us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/31/resurrection-and-life/

In John 10, Jesus reveals he is the Good Shepherd. How does being the Good Shepherd help us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/30/3-characteristics-of-the-good-shepherd/

Jesus says he is the gate. What does this reveal about his identity? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/29/the-gate/

Jesus gives a great deal of insight concerning his identity. In John 7, he reveals he brings rivers of living water. How does this impact us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/28/rivers-of-living-water/

Jesus said a great deal about his identity. In John 8, Jesus states he is the Light of the World. How does this help us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/28/light-of-the-world/

Jesus revealed much about his identity. John 6:35 records Jesus saying he is the Bread of Life. What does this mean for us? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/12/26/bread-of-life/

No one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. For some, those mistakes can cause them to hold onto a lot of guilt. However, the Bible teaches we can be set free from our guilt. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/19/freedom/

The door suddenly burst open and a group of men came charging in the room. They were pulling an almost naked woman behind them. One of them started shouting about the law, but the answer he received from the teacher may have surprised him. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/18/set-free/

There are many circumstances that can creep in and plant “weed seed” in our lives. Hard times, medical difficulties, disappointments, and setbacks can throw out seeds of doubt, envy, and even bitterness. When things do not go well, bitterness is a feeling which may easily come. It may have started to come for Job. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/12/no-bitter-root/

While many advances in knowledge have been made since Job’s day, the source of wisdom is still the same. True wisdom is still found in the Lord, and the source for us is the Bible. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/11/getting-to-know-wisdom/

Disappointing, painful, and hard to go through may easily describe Job’s situation. He went from having plenty to having nothing. His wealth, health, and family all stripped away. His friends begin to question him and conclude it is his fault, but Job remains steadfast in his faith. Job declares his redeemer lives. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/09/our-redeemer-lives/

Proverbs 25:8 advises, “Don’t jump to conclusions—there may be
    a perfectly good explanation for what you just saw.” This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/08/dont-jump-to-conclusions/

Job’s friends were not perfect, nor are we. Perhaps we can better our friendships from looking at how Job’s friends responded to his difficult season. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/07/what-can-we-learn-from-jobs-friends/

In a single day, he lost everything. First, his wealth was ripped away, then his family perished. While they may not be to the extreme of Job’s, we will experience times in life that are less than ideal. How do you respond in those times? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/06/do-we-respond-like-job/

Jesus can help you and I walk through the pain of today and of this life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2020/11/17/through-the-pain/

Life may have us pushed down today, but we can be encouraged because we are not out. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/05/down-but-not-out/

Going through a difficult time today? Look at nature for some inspiration. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://getencouraged.blog/2021/01/15/gods-reflection-in-nature/