Monday, July 26 Comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God.​—2 Cor. 1:4.

[Áine]

Monday, July 26

Comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God.—2 Cor. 1:4.

 

We do not have to look far to find brothers and sisters who need comfort. We need, though, to take the initiative to act despite our fears. For instance, we may fear not knowing what to say or what to do for someone who is in a distressing situation. Yet we can be effective comforters if we show that we care. As we get closer to the end of this system of things, world conditions will deteriorate and life will become more challenging. (2 Tim. 3:13) And the problems that we bring on ourselves because of inherited sin and imperfection mean that we will continue to need comfort. The apostle Paul was able to endure faithfully to the end of his life, thanks, in part, to the comfort he received from fellow Christians. By following their example, we too can help our brothers and sisters to remain firm in the faith.—1 Thess. 3:2, 3. w20.01 12-13 ¶17-19

[Vinnie]

  I came across a meme that said," The problem with being strong is that no one asks you if you are ok." Everyone needs comfort, the weak and the strong. Jesus received comfort and encouragement from angels. The Apostle Paul received needed comfort from others. We can't always think that others are ok. Sometimes we have to go out of our way to ask and find out. Phil 2:4 -as you look out not only for your own interests, but also for the interests of others.

[Sister Twister]

8 hours ago, Vinnie said:

  I came across a meme that said," The problem with being strong is that no one asks you if you are ok." Everyone needs comfort, the weak and the strong. Jesus received comfort and encouragement from angels. The Apostle Paul received needed comfort from others. We can't always think that others are ok. Sometimes we have to go out of our way to ask and find out. Phil 2:4 -as you look out not only for your own interests, but also for the interests of others.

you do really do that Vinnie.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Sister Twister]

I do struggle to know what to say when people need comfort , but I was once told its better to say SOMETHING rather than nothing even if its not perfect it does show you care.