What affirmation do you see in the following verses? In what ways could such affirmation be given today to individual workers or teams? Acts 16:1-2; Rom. 16:1; 1 Cor. 11:2; Phil. 4:14.

In ministry there are often unsung heroes who perform most of the work. These burden bearers could use some encouragement and recognition and affirmation from time to time. I believe that this type of recognition will help to keep those individuals moving forward with the work that they have been called to do.  Everyone needs some affirmation from time to time to help them to keep going.

Carefully read Hebrews 10:24-25. What does it mean to "consider one another" in this context? What evaluative principles are suggested?

This text lets us know that we must study how to motivate others toward good deeds. To consider one another means let us think about or let us study one another. This passage shows us a command of God to evaluate ourselves. The church body here is shown as a group who assembles to help each others personal development. The Church is a community and support network for believers and their families.

Think about how encouraging it is when someone affirms you, either simply for who you are as a person and/or your ministry. It's amazing how just a few simple words can do so much! What's your general attitude toward others? Do you tend toward criticism or toward affirmation? If the former, how can you change this destructive character trait?

If you find yourself to be more critical than affirming just take the time to think about how you feel when someone is affirming toward you. On the other hand you can also think about how you feel when someone is critical toward you. Both being critical and affirming are needed , but we must learn how to do so in the right way and time.

Prayer: Lord God almighty, help us to evaluate in love. Thank you in Jesus name amen.