Mornings with Jesus

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23

DO YOU EVER FIND YOURSELF uncertain of how to console someone who is going through a difficult time? Today I spoke with someone who is in a difficult emotional Quietly I will ask Jesus for a word of encouragement to give to her. I want to comfort and encourage her but not be so busy giving encouragement that it seems I am not acknowledging her pain. There are times I just simply say, “I love you, and I am praying with you through this tough time.” Or I just pray with her on the phone.

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