Be that person who is always trying to be better — not better than, but the one always seeking to improve. In that way, we can always surpass expectations and shine brighter for the Lord. Your encouragement today:  keep striving! (Proverbs 31:29)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

It is a powerful reflection that we are doing something right and good when our children and spouses give us public kudos and profound praise. Something we are doing is clicking. Maybe we are simply pouring out unconditional love to our family and the world. Your encouragement today:  love responsibly. (Proverbs 31:28)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

People of virtue pay attention to what is and what is not happening in our household.  People of virtue do not allow laziness to creep through the door. Your encouragement today: watch, pray, and stand on business. (Proverbs 31:27)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Word to the wise: speak with wise words. They will provide instruction to receptive lives and kindness to hearts particularly in need. Your encouragement today:  speak with wise words. (Proverbs 31:26)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Strength and dignity always win the day. They allow us to live each day finding time to laugh, and, regardless of what’s going on around us, facing the future unafraid. Your encouragement today:  clothe yourself today and everyday with strength and dignity. (Proverbs 31:25)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Managing the affairs of our household regardless of who we are is a necessity.  A disordered household leads to chaos, calamity and compounded stress. An ordered household leads to countless blessings. To have wise models to help us along the way is a true gift. A blessing to the masses. Your encouragement today: embrace the models. (Proverbs 31:13-24)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

It is an immeasurable blessing to be able to trust someone and they trust us. It is a precious encounter and relationship that leads to the enrichment of others and self. It brings good, not harm, on a daily basis. Your encouragement today: be trustworthy. That alone is a game changer! (Proverbs 31:11-12)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Virtue and capacity are two amazing gifts. When we possess them, we make everyone around us better, including ourselves. Your encouragement today: seek virtue.  Increase your capacity to love. God will use you in some profound, mindblowing ways. (Proverbs 31:10)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Leadership requires discipline. Being undisciplined compromises us from bringing good news, especially to those who are oppressed. But when we are disciplined, our words and actions advocate for the voiceless and bring justice to the helpless. Your encouragement today:  lead with discipline. (Proverbs 31:4-9)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

It is for rulers and kings and presidents and leaders to keep the law, and especially give justice to the oppressed. Your encouragement today:  be a leader who is about justice for the marginalized and disenfranchised, and hold those around you accountable to do the same. (Proverbs 31:1-5)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Let us not stir up anger. For anger always leads to quarrels. Instead, let us stir up peace. Peace that eliminates unhealthy conflict and generates productive harmony. Your encouragement today:  be promoters and models of peace. God’s peace. (Proverbs 30:33)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Let us not stoop to foolishness, pride or evil. Those lead to our destruction, and to despair all around us. Instead, let us stay focused on the Lord, who knows all and has all authority. The Lord always prevails. Your encouragement today: stay focused! (Proverbs 30:32)#stayencouraged!...  Read More