CEO

I was recently challenged by an article I read about a man who had decided to be the CEO of his family,workplace and church.  In the article he explained what he meant by the title CEO.  It stood for Chief Encouragement Officer.  He stated how much he had recognized the need for people to be encouraged and appreciated.  I have started to notice that same need in people. As a matter of fact I believe our society is starving for encouragement.  I looked up the word encourage and words like strengthen and support are used.  Romans 15:5 states..."now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be one of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus"  So apparently encouragement and perseverance are connected.  Could it be that when we encourage others that it helps them persevere? Could it be it strengthens them to deal with there circumstances?  Could it be that it brings about some hope when things seem hopeless?  Could it be that it reveals Jesus to them?
Jesus was constantly encouraging others.  People wanted to be around Him because they felt strengthened and hopeful.  HE was the ultimate CEO!  So do you think you could set aside time to send a note,type out an email/text and let a wife, a child,a friend , or a co -worker know how much you appreciate them and encourage them to keep pursuing HIM and HIS heart.  I think our homes,workplaces and churches need alot more CEO's!!