Proverbs 16:24 + 10 Encouraging things to say to friends

"Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.” - Proverbs‬ ‭16:24‬ ‭KJV‬‬

I'm sure there are some words that are permantly stuck in your mind. They're probably words other people have said to you and about you, and there's more than likely a mixture of words of anger and critism and words of great love. Which of these phrases bring you joy? Which of these cause you pain? This verse reminds us of the power of our words, comparing pleasant words to sweet honeycombs. They provide health and joy, and never cause the recipient pain. Let's try to speak only "honeycomb words" to everyone around us this week. Let your kind words be the reason for another girl's great joy, not her despair. 

To help us with this, I've made a list of 10 Encouraging Things to Tell Friends. I hope you enjoy it! 

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10 Encouraging Things to Tell Friends

1. You are so awesome at.......
2. Thank you for........
3. You rock! 
4. Great job! 
5. I am so happy that I get to know you! 
6. I can tell how hard you worked on that! 
7. You are an awesome friend! 
8. I couldn’t have......without you. 
9. You inspire me. 
10. I can see God working through you.

Have fun speaking words of love and encouragement into the lives of your friends! 
Love,
A ​

PS: Love this post? You may also enjoy Annie F. Down's book for teen girls called Speak Love.