- Encourage one another.
When we first got Murphy, one of the concerns we had was whether or not he would get along with Buster. Yes, they are roughly 8 months apart in age, so that was a great factor for them, but our concern was too, that Buster had been the “established” dog before Murphy and on top of that, they were both males. Normally, it’s recommended that when a new dog is brought home, to keep them apart till the newer dog and the older dog had time to adjust, but we brought the two outside and let them get to know each other.
Since then, they have been inseparable.
Where one goes, the other follows, but more than anything, I watch them work together and if Murphy isn’t taking the lead, Buster is and showing Murphy both good and bad habits.
What I found thrilling about the two though is the fact that they work together despite the fact that they don’t come from the same litters or even the same homes.
What they do share is a common bond as family.
As I watch them work together, even if it’s playing tug of war with the chewie, it’s a reminder of how important to take the times to be there for others. It could be as simple as saying a quick prayer, just a quick email saying hi, anything to let not only the persons we are close to, know that they matter, but maybe someone we haven’t talked to for awhile or the elderly person we know spends time alone down the street.
There are people around us that just a simple touch, a simple gesture, goes the distance in letting them know that they matter.
As Christians, it’s not an independent race to reach the ultimate prize, our Heavenly Father, but a group race, together as a family under Christ.
There is someone out there, even now, who could use a little encouragement and in that way, it’s an awesome way to give praise to our Heavenly Father.
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It is truly unimaginable to go, grow and glow in our walk apart from our spiritual siblings in the Lord. You really did a great job with Murphy and Buster. Even in the lives of these creatures we find glory in the Lord. Shalom!
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Amen, we all need encouragement my friend, love you.
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Encouragement is so important. Thanks for sharing this great story about your dogs and the encouragement you’ve given us here.
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That is a great story to go with your verse and picture today! It encouraged me today!
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Great verse and post. May we encourage someone today.
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Blessings Twinkle Mom, Buster & Murphy! Yea teamwork(unity) and encouragement! 1 Thessalonians 5:11 a verse to live by…Thank you for reminding us not to forget to reach out and offer the love of Jesus…to not forget the lonely, the forgotten. How precious is your heart. May each of us find someone in the real world to touch today! It seems like it is so much easier in the virtual world among our sisters! I love your Buster and Murphy, are they both dachshunds? We can learn so much by watching our pets!
Thanks for your welcome and encouragement at my WFW!
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We should spend more time encouraging one another instead of judging them or pointing out their flaws. Thanks for reminding me of this today.
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That is a great encouragement today. Blessings to you!
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Cute WFW this week. thanks for sharing.
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What a great picture to illustrate this verse.
Happy WFW!
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Awwww, a fellow dog lover.
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Great verse and photo! I know I need encouragement on a daily basis. I’m so grateful that God left us His Word to provide encouragement.
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This quote is just perfect for your blog. I think you are so encouraging. It’s a real gift, Twinkle Mom.
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Wow…I preach this EVERYDAY….several times a day! you know homeschooling allows me to HEAR how they speak to each other all day long!!
I want them to hear love, kindness, acceptance and LOVE…
What a great verse to start the year off with!!
Hey…I’m praying for you!
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There is so much truth there. It takes so little from each of us to work together.
Thanks for sharing!
Blessings!
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You wrote, “As Christians, it’s not an independent race to reach the ultimate prize, our Heavenly Father, but a group race, together as a family under Christ.”
Sing it, sistah! Absolutely awesome WFW!
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Great picture and sweet post to illustrate this verse! Thank God that He puts us in His family so that we can encourage one another. Thanks for sharing with us. Take care and God bless you!
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Great photo and verse! What a blessing!
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Oh my do I love that photo
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Blessings.
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awww my favorite verse! and i love the doggies! that is too cute V!
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“There is someone out there, even now, who could use a little encouragement and in that way, it’s an awesome way to give praise to our Heavenly Father.”
And thank you for your encouragement to me! Yes, I think it does bless God’s heart when you bless someone else’s.
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