Thursday, May 29 A word at its right time is O how good!—Prov. 15:23. Elders today see the importance of putting their feelings of appreciation for their brothers into words. (Prov. 3:27) Whenever an elder does that, he tells his brothers, in effect: ‘I noticed what you did. I care about you.’ And fellow believers definitely need to hear the elders’ reassuring words. A sister in her mid-50’s spoke for many when she said: “At work I seldom get a compliment. There’s a cold and competitive climate. So when an elder commends me for something I’ve done for the congregation, it’s so refreshing, so energizing! It makes me feel loved by my heavenly Father.” A brother who received heartfelt commendation said: “The elder’s words gave me a real boost!” Indeed, by sincerely commending fellow believers, an elder lifts their spirit and deepens their joy. That, in turn, will give them added strength to keep on walking on the road to life “and not tire out.”—Isa. 40:31. w13 1/15 5:9
Posted on: Thu, 29 May 2014 02:33:27 +0000