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Day 25: Encouraging One Another

Devotion:
We’re not meant to do life alone. God designed us for community—for relationships where we can encourage, support, and strengthen one another. Life can be tough, and sometimes all it takes is a kind word, a listening ear, or a reminder of God’s goodness to help someone keep going.

Encouragement is powerful. It lifts people out of discouragement, reminds them they’re not alone, and points them back to the hope and strength found in God. When you take the time to encourage someone, you’re reflecting God’s heart, showing His love in a tangible way.

Today, take a moment to think about the people in your life. Who could use a little extra encouragement? Maybe it’s a friend going through a tough time, a coworker who feels unseen, or even a family member who needs a reminder of how much they’re loved. Reach out with a thoughtful word, a prayer, or a small act of kindness. You never know how much your encouragement might mean to them—and how God might use it to lift their spirit.

Prayer:
God, show me how to encourage the people in my life. Help me to speak words of hope and motivation to those who need it. Amen.

Journal Prompt:
Who in your life needs encouragement right now? How can you support them today?

Practical Application:
Send an encouraging text, call, or note to someone who might need a little extra support today.