Few cheerful words

Let each one of us [make it a practice to] please his neighbor for his good, to build him up spiritually. (Romans 15:2 Amplified Bible)

 At some point in our lives, we’ve all had someone say a few words of encouragement that radically changed our day or the course of events, just because of the extra inspiration and change of perspective those words brought.
 Maybe we were at the end of our rope, and someone’s encouragement opened a whole new horizon of possibilities. Or maybe we’d simply had a long and tiring day, and a few cheerful words renewed our inspiration and energy.
 Try to give the gift of encouragement to those around me. It’s a simple act that can give people the boost they need to reach their full potential.
 Is there a co-worker or a family member with whom you are at a standstill in your relationship? Try the power of encouragement and appreciation, and you’ll see your relationship blossom with renewed energy and freshness. —Irena Žabičková [1]

There is a calm the quiet in spirit know,
That softens sorrow, and that sweetens woe;
There is a peace that dwells within the breast,
When all without is stormy and distressed;
There is light that gilds the darkest hour.
When dangers thicken and when tempests lower,
It is through faith and prayer and praise that calm is given,
That peace remains when all beside is riven,
That light shines down to man direct from heaven. —Giles Fletcher

[1] Activated Vol 19 Issue 07