EWORD For Kidz
Hi, this is Dorette with an encouraging word for kids today. I hope you know how powerful words are. The Bible tells us that there is the power of life and death in the tongue. I want to encourage you to speak only life giving words. Here is your encouraging word for kids today.
Hey kids, do your friends say mean things to each other? There is this weird trend to say hurtful words to friends in fun, but I am not a fan. It doesn’t matter who you are, words can hurt worse than a wound. If you have started doing that, or know friends who do, I want to encourage you to set a different standard. Mean words should never be spoken to anyone. We should never say them, and we should never hear them. That would be a perfect world, but we live on an imperfect earth, where we can be good examples and treat others like you want to be treated. Luke 6:31 tell us to do just that. I don’t like my thoughts or ideas being slammed, even in fun. I’m sure you are like that too. I know you hear people laughing when they are slamming someone else, but it is not Godly, and it is not right. You and your friends can be ones who treat others with respect, and choose to encourage instead of discourage others. What are some words that might encourage a friend?
How about these:
I appreciate your friendship
You are way cool
I think you are awesome
Your ideas rock
My mom is happy I hang out with you
You make me laugh
Thanks for helping with my schoolwork
Can I help you with yours?
Use those ideas to let your friends know you appreciate them. Make sure you use your words to build up and encourage your friends. They will grow in confidence from the words you say. Remember to say good things to yourself too! You can build up your own confidence that way too.
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