edification

Speak Words of Edification – March 11 Inspiration

March 11, 2016 DrKLeeBanks Comments 11 comments

Speak words of edification. Positive, uplifting words build us up–they don’t tear us down. Just as we appreciate hearing words of edification, we should endeavor to affirm and build up others, as well. It’s important to speak the kind words–and never allow unkind words to escape our lips. Here’s your Friday inspiration… “Every time you think anything good about anyone, verbalize it. People cannot read your mind. Your thoughts have power and may affect another’s confidence level in a…

Resist Rejection and Embrace Edification – February 19 Inspiration

February 19, 2016 DrKLeeBanks Comments 16 comments

Resist rejection. Embrace edification. Not an easy task. It’s so easy to be offended and hurt by rejection, and really take it personally. Then we also have to be careful not to say or do something that makes others feel rejected. We have to find an effective and positive way to respond, rather than react, to rejection. Edification–building up and encouraging others, and receiving it for ourselves–is a much better behavior to embrace. Here’s your inspiration for this Friday…