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I loved this devotional this morning, especially the humor and the way it enlightened me about some of the verses in Hebrews! I never heard them called the “lettuce patch” before, but that certainly seems appropriate. I wholeheartedly agree that meeting with other Christians is where we get out encouragement for daily living. But I would add that it also part of our responsibility to be there to encourage others ourselves. When we think we can add nothing to anyone’s day, just be aware that you don’t know what someone is going through and a simple smile and a word spoken in love may encourage them that someone just sees them. In a world where many are feeling invisible, let’s make a commitment to show others that they are seen by us and by a loving and merciful God. It seems impossible, or maybe just unlikely, that people would show up discouraged to a church meeting. I think you and I would both be surprised if we could see inside people’s heads and hearts. So, I will assume that all that I meet need some kind of encouragement: a hug, a touch, a word of heartfelt praise. It’s the small things that make a difference and encouragement may seem like a small thing, but when these same people go out into the world filled with roaring lions, that one small thing may help them keep their armor in place and ready to tackle the battles that rage all around them. Encourage-Meet! I like that word!