The Powerful Impact of Words and Actions

The Powerful Impact of Words and Actions

There’s a powerful impact of words and actions which can be displayed positively or negatively.  I’m reminded of a situation that happened when I was in middle school.  One of my classmates was a nice, quiet young man who used to smile all of the time.  It would be extremely rare to see him without a smile on his face.

 

One day our teacher asked him to deliver a note to a teacher of another classroom.  Of course, he was delighted to run the errand.  However, when he returned to our classroom it was apparent that something was terribly wrong.  This was evidenced by the fact that the smile that he so proudly displayed on a daily basis had disappeared from his face; even his physical stance had changed and was no longer confident.

 

I couldn’t help but wonder what had happened to him.   Our teacher took one look at him and instantly knew what the problem was.  Her comment to him was, “you read the note didn’t you?”  Without a smile in sight, he nodded his head with a gesture of yes.  He later disclosed to someone what the message said, “Doesn’t he have a stupid smile?”

 

I never forgot that story and how the power of words used in the wrong manner can crush someone’s spirit.  The teacher knew that the young man would be smiling when he handed the note to the other teacher.  Being teased by peers can have a devastating blow and even more so when it is coming from a person of influence.  I’m sure that my classmate respected, admired, and felt safe with our teacher however, that experience could have changed his very life in a negative way.

 

The moral of this story is to realize the power of the words that we say and to treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and respect regardless of their age, race, or differences.  I pray that my middle school classmate was restored through God’s love and words that heal.  And I pray that the teacher learned a valuable heart lesson in doing unto others as you would have them do unto you.

 

Reflections

 

1. Have you experienced any situations similar to what my classmate experienced? If so, how did those situations effect you?

 

2. Ask the Lord to heal you from any hidden hurts that may have come from negative words spoken to you.

 

3. Activate your healing by being extra kind to someone today and showing love to someone who may be going through a difficult time

 

It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.” 

 

 

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Author

Minister Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.

Have You Hugged Someone Today?

Have You Hugged Someone Today?

Have you hugged someone today?  Have you done something to brighten someone’s day? There will always be a need for love and kindness to be shared.  Some people rarely experience these things due to chaotic lifestyles, a lack of peace, or other stressors of life.  What may seem like “only a smile” to you may make a world of difference to someone who’s having a bad day.

 

There are many types of ways to show the love of God.  Just think about how much power that’s contained in a hug especially coming from a loving and caring person.  For instance, the right words that are spoken in the correct way can have the same impact as a warm and sincere hug.  Hugs can bring healing, comfort a crying child or adult, and bring peace to someone who is experiencing emotional pain.  Hugs are a wonderful expression of God’s love.

 

Sometimes it may not be appropriate to extend a hug to someone.  Some people have experienced trauma involving inappropriate touch and do not care for hugs because it triggers flashbacks of being violated.  Since we don’t know everyone’s situation it is always appropriate to ask the person if it is ok for you to give them a hug before wrapping your arms around them with the best of intentions.

 

There are other impactful ways of extending hugs without making physical contact such as displaying kindness, giving someone a warm and genuine smile, saying good morning to someone that you don’t normally communicate with, and offering help to someone who’s having some type of difficulty.  The options are endless.

 

This blog serves as a reminder to let God’s light shine through you.  You just may be making positive deposits in someone’s life that will change the course of their day and perhaps even their life.

 

Reflections

 

1. Think of a time when someone gave you a hug or kind gesture when you weren’t feeling your best. How did it make you feel?

 

2. Consider the fact that God allows you to experience the kindness of others to remind you of His love for you. Take a moment to thank Him for all of the ways that He shows His love for you.

 

3. What are some ways that you will show God’s love to others this week?

 

It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.” 

 

 

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Author

Minister Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.

The #1 Thing To Be Aware Of When You’re Flowing With God

The #1 Thing To Be Aware Of When You’re Flowing With God

 

There’s nothing like being in the perfect will of God.  It is a wonderful feeling to know that the God of all creation chose you for a specific calling, blessed you with certain gifts and talents, or even given you a unique assignment.  As you flow in these divine attributes you are completely aware that you are not doing these things in your own strength, intellect or ability but, God is working with you.  As great as all of these things are it is imperative to be aware of the #1 enemy to flowing with God.

 

The name of that enemy is pride.  This is not the healthy type of pride as in that of a parent that takes great pleasure in the accomplishments of a child.  Rather this type of pride is boastful even having the capability of making someone think that they don’t need God or that perhaps they even know more than Him.  Instead of flowing with God pride will cause you to go ahead of Him.  Pride will cause you to become conceited about the anointing that God placed on you confusing it for your own power.

 

In conclusion, if seeking to please God is your #1 priority, then it will be hard pressed for pride to enter into your life.  Staying humble is vitally essential as you flow with Him.  Make sure that your life lines up with the word of God.  Ask Him to help you stay grounded when the spotlight is on you and people are giving you accolades.   Serve God with a heart of gratitude realizing that it is a privilege and an honor to be chosen by Him never forgetting that He gets all of the glory.

 

Reflections

 

1. Have you ever had to deal with pride in your life? If so, how did you handle it?

2. How do you think God feels when someone acts as if they no longer need Him?

3. What are some things that you plan to do to ensure that you remain humble as you flow with God?

 

It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.” 

 

 

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Minister Kimberly L. Smith

Author

Minister Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.