June 17, 2024

Happy is the man who can make others better, not merely when he is in their presence but even when he is in their thoughts. - Seneca

There’s an old saying: “Bloom where you’re planted.” In other words, we should make the very most of every opportunity to thrive where we are right now. 

To be faith-keepers, we should become pleasant and productive, starting at home and making our homes places of refreshment for our loved ones. 

If you're a husband, remember that your wife needs tenderness and verbal expressions of love. If you're a wife, remember that your husband needs encouragement and respect. If you're a father, your children need your time and attention. If you're a mother, your children need the love and advice only moms can give. If you're a child, learn from your parents. If you're a teenager, remember that your parents aren’t perfect, but you owe them your respect. If you're a grandparent, your prayers, memories, and affirmation can make a difference in your grandkids’ lives.

“A family means belonging to each other, being affected by each other, being compassionate for each other, being concerned about each other, and being interested in each other.” - Edith Schaeffer

Intentionally Own It: None of us is perfect, but we can improve. We should be the best version of who we are, where we are – striving to be the most beautiful person in the room, not in appearance, but in soul. Starting today, how can you consistently make your home a more refreshing place for each one? What makes this commitment matter to you?

-Adapted from Turning Point