Kind words

Be Approachable 

You’ve likely seen the phrase “She leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes” on a greeting card or T-shirt. Isn’t it a great aspiration for us to leave our little corner of the planet a little more sparkly than before? 

Some of the simplest ways we can do this are to look people in the eye, smile at them, and be the first to say, “Hello!” It costs us nothing, but it communicates that they are seen and that they matter. It makes us approachable and invites conversation. 

We can also approach others bravely. If we keep our eyes open for moms we see at the park or grocery store and invite them to MomCo, it can change their lives. 

Be Encouraging 

Proverbs 12:25 (NIV) tells us, “Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” 

The words we speak over others have the potential to refresh them and breathe life into their souls. Let’s be encouraging with our words and tell people how we feel about them, in person, via text message or in a handwritten card. Tell them they’re doing a great job or that you’re proud of them. You never know how much they needed to hear it. 

Be Prayerful 

We may never know the impact of our prayers on this side of heaven, but God tells us that prayer changes things (James 5:16). 

You can write down your prayers, send them to a friend in an audio message, or just pray as you go about your day. Prayer is a double blessing: Not only does it impact the people we’re praying for, but it also brings us closer to God and changes us.