Terms & Definition
It destroys joy, and contentment.
comparison
What principle of encourage is this? Proverbs 16:24 teaches that gracious words bring healing and refreshment.
Words have power
What principle of discernment is this? Hiding God’s Word in our hearts helps us resist lies and sin (Psalm 119:11; John 8:32).
Truth guards against deception
Complete the statement: Careless words can ____________ and ____________.
Careless words can wound and divide.
Paul said he “learned” to be content. What does this imply?
Contentment is a skill developed over time with God’s help.
Gratitude
What principle of encourage is this? Galatians 6:2 reminds us that encouragement lightens others’ load.
We carry each other’s burdens
What principle of contentment is this? Contentment grows as we trust God in all situations. Example: Being thankful even if lunch isn’t your favorite
Contentment is Learned, Not Automatic
Gracious words aren’t just “nice”; they do something. They can calm ___________, rebuild ___________, and repair ___________.
Gracious words aren’t just “nice”; they do something. They can calm anxiety, rebuild confidence, and repair relationships.
According to Psalm 119:11, why should we hide God’s Word in our hearts?
So we might not sin against God
What is a natural tendency of human which lead to the idea that contentment is a choice?
to want more
What principle of encourage is this? Acts 14:19–22 shows Paul and Barnabas urging disciples to remain strong.
Encouragement strengthens faith
What principle of contentment is this? Looking at what others have can blind us to what we have. Example: Scrolling through social media and feeling bad about your clothes or house
Comparison Destroys Joy
When we carry a piece of someone’s _________, their load gets _________ and God’s law of _________ is fulfilled.
When we carry a piece of someone’s burden, their load gets lighter and God’s law of love is fulfilled.
According to Romans 12:2, how are believers transformed?
By renewing their minds through God’s Word
It strengthens others spiritually, emotionally, and mentally, reflecting the love of Christ.
Encouragement
What principle of discernment is this? Scripture shapes our thoughts to match God’s truth (Romans 12:2).
God’s Word renews our minds
What principle of contentment is this? When we focus on what we have, not what we lack, we become joyful. Example, keeping a gratitude journal.
Gratitude is the Key to Contentment
Real encouragement doesn’t pretend everything is ___________; it gives ____________ to keep trusting Jesus in ______________.
Real encouragement doesn’t pretend everything is easy; it gives courage to keep trusting Jesus in trouble.
What is gracious words look like?
They can calm anxiety and restore confidence and They refresh and heal like honey.
It means renewing our minds with God’s Word so we can recognize truth, reject error, and live wisely.
Discernment
What principle of discernment is this? Listening and applying God’s Word gives us a strong foundation (Matthew 7:24–25).
Obedience builds stability
According to 1 Thessalonians 5:18 this is the will of God for us. What is it?
IN EVERYTHING GIVE THANKS
How encouragement strengthens faith works?
Complete this statement: Lies enslave about (_____________________________); God’s truth ___________ us to live rightly.
Lies enslave (about identity, success, pleasure); God’s truth frees us to live rightly.