When should I seek encouragement?

Numbers 13:30Caleb tried to quiet the people as they stood before Moses. “Let’s go at once to take the land,” he said. “We can certainly conquer it!”

2 Chronicles 20:12“O our God, won’t you stop them? We are powerless against this mighty army that is about to attack us. We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help.”

Matthew 9:36When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused . . .

When we stand at life’s crossroads or when we are in distress, encouragement can point us in the right direction.

Isaiah 35:3With this news, strengthen those who have tired hands, and encourage those who have weak knees.

When we are tired and weak, encouragement can give us rest and strength to continue.

Isaiah 40:31Those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.

When we feel life’s challenges are stronger than we are, you need encouragement from God, who is more than strong enough to tackle our problems.

2 Chronicles 35:2Josiah also assigned the priests to their duties and encouraged them in their work at the Temple of the Lord.

When God has a job for us to do, we may feel overwhelmed and need encouragement from other believers.

Deuteronomy 3:28“Commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead the people across the Jordan. He will give them all the land you now see before you as their possession.”

New leaders benefit from a mentor’s encouragement, and passing down authority is one of leadership’s greatest responsibilities.

Titus 2:6Encourage the young men to live wisely.

As we move through life’s stages, we should seek encouragement and accountability in building godly habits.