The Importance of Encouragement in Life

The Importance of Encouragement in Life - 2 Kings 6:8-23

2 key examples here:

•         Servant – seeks out an encourager

•         Elisha – accepts the responsibility to be an encourager  

BOTH must reach out!

Causes of Life Crises/Trouble

Living in a fallen world (v 8)

B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)

C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation

True Biblical Encouragement

A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)

B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)

C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation

A. pointed him to God

A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)

B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)

C. When you are inexperienced or facing a new situation

B. reminder of God’s protection in the battle

A. Living in a fallen world (v 8)

B. Opposition when serving God (v 9)

C. When you are inexperienced or   facing a new situation

C. mature spiritual mentor

What it feels like to be in trouble

Fear - “Alas”

No answers- “surrounding the city with chariots”

No hope- “what shall we do?”

How to recognize an encourager

Deep faith-based strength – calm, focused on God

Concern for those around him – no rebuke, teaches 

Prayer – v 17 – Ephesians 3: 14-19

The Importance of Encouragement in Life - 2 Kings 6:8-23