Installment #3 of 4, taken from 1 Thessalonians, chapter 5 on 'how tos' from verses 11 - 23 by writer Paul, as he gives us ways to encourage ourselves and others.

Taken from a graphic, titled 'Checklist for Encouragers', lengthy list. I am once again including four of them today:

"PRACTICE PATIENCE"
- verse 14
Think of a situation that tries your patience and plan ahead of time how you can stay calm.


"RESIST REVENGE"
- verse 15
Instead of planning to get even with those who mistreat you, do good to them.

"BE JOYFUL"
- verse  16
Remember that even in the midst of turmoil,
God is in control.

"PRAY CONTINUOUSLY"
- verse 17
Make a list of all the gifts God has given you,
giving thanks to God for each one.

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Thank you, God!
AMEN!!!