Spiritual Vitamin: "Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad." Proverbs 12:25
Challenge: The word "weighs it down" carries with it the idea of being depressed. The anxiety spoken of is worry mingled with fear. Under the weight of some anticipated calamity, the heart can begin to be bowed down, the thoughts can be consumed, and the perspective can be lost. How have you experienced this during COVID? The text says that a good word can make him glad. A good word can bring hope! As you fill your mind with the truth of Scripture, your mouth will be more ready to be used to bring hope to others. (Speak Healing Words to those who are Depressed, Paul Tautges)
Prayer: Dear God, Thank you for the truth of your word. It is true...anxiety can weigh our heart's down. Help each of us not cave in to the worries, fears and anxious thoughts that can come our way. Help us remember the power of good words to minister healing grace to those with a burdened heart. Lord, there are people all around me that need words of encouragement. Help me to bring hope and encouragement to those precious ones I meet. Amen.
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