A Friendly Word

Several years ago, I was purchasing a CD in a bookstore. I didn’t realize that I’d slipped into a bad attitude because of stress. A man saw my unsettled state and was led by God to compliment my shirt. As soon as the words left him, peace came over me and the stress was gone.

I remember that because of how simple the cure was. He didn’t lay hands on me and pray. He didn’t quote scripture. He simply gave me a compliment.

Healings and deliverances aren’t always that simple. But God used the obedience of a sweet man to get my attention. And I can pray that God would use me in the same way.

How many people do we pass everyday who need to hear some good news – anything positive. We hear more bad news than we can stand, and when we look in the mirror, most of us find ourselves lacking in one way or another.

If we would step out of our daily routine long enough to speak a friendly word of kindness to someone, the atmosphere around us will change.

I’m willing to give it a try. Are you?

Today’s goal is: Compliment five people.

When I receive a compliment, my day seems happier. When I compliment someone else, I see their day changing too. This is an easy goal. It shouldn’t take a lot of effort. But if the compliment is sincere, I can just imagine five smiles leading to many more smiles, and compliments spreading like yawns.

Being friendly is a simple thing. We can make a difference in this world.