5 ways to encourage and support your friend
In celebrating Women’s History Month, it’s important to remember that as women, we have the rights and opportunities we have due to the hard work and love of the women who came before us. God equipped those women with passions and skills and provided the strength to charge forward when the road became a hard one to cross. Before we even stepped onto the road set before us, there were glass ceilings broken, doors knocked down, and battles won both physically and spiritually. Because of these women doing God’s work with their strong, mighty hands and hearts, we are where we are today.
Our lives are packed to the brim with responsibilities upon responsibilities and tasks upon tasks, and we often forget to look up at the women around us who need encouragement and support as well. It’s only fitting to talk about building other women up this month and, more specifically, our girlfriends.
Here are easy ways you can help support and uplift your friend:
- Prayer – Asking, “How can I be praying for you?” is excellent, but if you lack follow-through, you can’t make an impact. We suggest praying at that moment with your friend. If that is not an option, write out a prayer and text or email the blessing you have for them that day. Voice messages are a great option as well! Bottom line: Don’t just ask; take action and pray.
- Send a handwritten card or letter – Handwritten cards and letters are a lost art form but can bring warmth and encouragement to the receiver. Fill a card or note with handwritten scriptures, prayers, words of affirmation and praise, or acknowledgment of their situation.
- Make time – Just make time. A phone call, text, a walk outside in nature, coffee date, whatever it may be that fits your relationship and the needs of your friend. Make time and listen. Focus on their needs and how you can help support them.
Curious about more ways to support your friend? Listen to the full 7-minute episode for two more great tips on helping encourage and support your friend!
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