Morning Inspiration: I have heard this all before. What miserable comforters you are! Wont you ever stop blowing hot air? What makes you keep on talking? I could say the same things if you were in my place. I could spout off criticism and shake my head at you. But if it were me, I would encourage you. I would try to take away your grief. Job 16:1-5 The best comforters are those who have suffered themselves. We need to remember how we felt, when someone else is hurting...even if the wound is self inflicted! Criticism, even when its meant to be constructive, is better left for another time and place. Listening, then listening some more...and simply expressing our sorrow for what they are experiencing, is THE most helpful thing we can do. Praying for them (and with them if its allowed) is the most powerful. Just being there for them, without any advice or words of wisdom (unless asked for) is a gift they will always treasure.
Posted on: Mon, 09 Jun 2014 14:50:32 +0000
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