Today we are looking at two ways we can show love: giving gifts and physical touch.
These are both physically concrete things that we can give to show how we feel.
For some people receiving a gift is really important. It not only pleases them to receive something but it reminds them that they have been thought about and that another person valued them enough to take time to think about something that would make them happy. Gifts do not always have to be grand or extravagant - although they can be - homemade and budget conscious gifts still convey the message that you care for and appreciate the recipient. At this time of year gifts of spring flowers or small Easter eggs could be wallet-friendly and well received! A giftcard for a favourite restaurant, store or coffee shop, their favourite baked good or hot drink, a small token or trinket to remind them of a happy memory... The list is endless. Don't forget you can even give gifts anonymously to random strangers to really make people think!
Just remember it is important to be a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7)!
We can also give the gift of appropriate physical touch. With those with whom we have an existing and trusted relationship, a hug can be a great way to show that we care. With those with whom we are not so close, a smile can make a difference to a day. What are we communicating with our body language? Can we make people feel welcomed and appreciated without saying a word?
There are appropriate and less appropriate ways to love with both of these languages, but praying for God's wisdom as you seek to show love is a great place to start anyway!
Do you have any stories of receiving or giving gifts or hugs that you would like to share to encourage somebody today?
These are both physically concrete things that we can give to show how we feel.
For some people receiving a gift is really important. It not only pleases them to receive something but it reminds them that they have been thought about and that another person valued them enough to take time to think about something that would make them happy. Gifts do not always have to be grand or extravagant - although they can be - homemade and budget conscious gifts still convey the message that you care for and appreciate the recipient. At this time of year gifts of spring flowers or small Easter eggs could be wallet-friendly and well received! A giftcard for a favourite restaurant, store or coffee shop, their favourite baked good or hot drink, a small token or trinket to remind them of a happy memory... The list is endless. Don't forget you can even give gifts anonymously to random strangers to really make people think!
Just remember it is important to be a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7)!
We can also give the gift of appropriate physical touch. With those with whom we have an existing and trusted relationship, a hug can be a great way to show that we care. With those with whom we are not so close, a smile can make a difference to a day. What are we communicating with our body language? Can we make people feel welcomed and appreciated without saying a word?
There are appropriate and less appropriate ways to love with both of these languages, but praying for God's wisdom as you seek to show love is a great place to start anyway!
Do you have any stories of receiving or giving gifts or hugs that you would like to share to encourage somebody today?
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