This morning as I worked to prepare my lesson for Sunday's Youth Class, I could not get away from this thought: "A World of Hurting People and a Word of Encouragement."

I was once told that one of the gifts of the Spirit, specifically speaking of The Word of Wisdom, is just that, it's A WORD.

This was a revelation to me and it explained why sometimes when I prayed with others, I would have just ONE WORD that could not escape my thoughts while I prayed.

I've spoken just ONE WORD as I have connected with others in prayer, and I have watched OVER AND OVER AGAIN as the tears begin to flow and the encouragement or confirmation is being given to them through JUST ONE WORD.

My lesson for Sunday is based on this thought.











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