Todays promise: Overcoming discouragement brings great blessing Have you been able to lift up a discouraged leader? Commission Joshua and encourage him, for he will lead the people across the Jordan. He will give them the land you now see before you. Deuteronomy 3:28 NLT Discouraged encourager When people spoke with Pastor Larry, they couldnt help feeling better about themselves. But the community he worked in deteriorated. Many people left for better jobs and were replaced by transient families with fewer skills. Schools and stores changed overnight. Larry felt alienated in a community that once embraced his encouragement. He was ready to throw in the towel. Then an elderly woman named Pearl visited him. Ive watched you for nearly 10 years as you consoled, shepherded, and ministered to this community. Youve been an encouragement to everyone, she said. Then why are so many people leaving and being replaced by individuals hostile to Gods Word? Larry asked. God has brought them to you to grow in your ministry, Pearl said. I believe God gifted you with an encouraging heart for a time such as this. Larry thanked Pearl for her honesty, then excused himself to go home. As he approached his house, a family of three greeted him. Thank you, Pastor, said the father. Weve been to three other cities but never really felt at home till we arrived here.
Posted on: Sat, 24 Jan 2015 01:55:31 +0000
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