Our encouragement today comes from a bit of brainstorming.

I pondered some questions, words, affirmations, and images that

would serve to bless, boost, and encourage others. You may find

some of these useful in your own conversations!

Our encouragement today comes from my ride on the

Northwest Lancaster County River Trail last Thursday. I smelled

something wonderful and it got me thinking about some important

life matters. Maybe it will encourage you to think differently!

Our encouragement today comes from an experience at the

Philadelphia International Airport, Concourse C, gate 27. Lisa and I

were bumped up to First Class on our flight to Miami. Listen to my

reflections on this wonderful experience and be encouraged!

Our encouragement today comes from a little boy

with large rubber boots, looking eager to help with a messy

project. It melted my heart and made me think. I hope it

does the same for you. Be encouraged as you build relationships.

Our encouragement today comes from a quote by King David

and the writing of Jesus' brother James. I named it a One Two punch

because I read the David quote one day and heard the sermon on James

the next day! Love the one two punch of positive encouragement.

Our encouragement today comes from some simple

tips and tricks to be 'on time' for appointments and events.

What is embarassing is that just yesterday I was 5 minutes late

to an appointment because I didn't double check the address in my GPS. UGH!

Our encouragement today comes from some observations

made at the Kitchen Kettle Village in Intercourse, PA. It's a favorite

stop for my grandson, Jacob and me. Two different people went above and

beyond for us and it not only encouraged me, but inspired me.

Our encouragement today comes from a very simple, no-brainer

concept of compliments! Yea, just saying some positive specific things

you notice about someone or something! We can all increase the joy, life and

energy in the room by handing out sincere compliments. I know you can do this!

Our encouragement today comes from another routine that

my Lynx point Siamese cat Frank and I have. Frank's new routine

is rather quirky but it definitely points to the love of our Lord Jesus

Christ. I wonder what routines you and your pets have that point to unconditional love?

Our encouragement today comes from the realization

that my personal autoresponder often returns an instant negative message

that shuts down communication. I'm encouraged to try to turn OFF this

autoresponder and take the time to understand. Listen and see if this resonates with you.