“Silent Gratitude isn’t much use to anyone” – G.B. Stern

My Pastor has taught me a lot over the last 6 years, but one of the greatest things I have learned from him is the power of speaking the blessing. I am still new to this and to be honest it doesn’t come naturally to me, to tell people how much they mean to you or how proud you are of them. I wish it did but it doesn’t. It takes some work to put your pride aside and speak truth into the lives of those around you but I am learning.

How do you speak the blessing over others…

• Be Specific - Don’t generalize your thoughts…ie.”you’re so generous” – Give examples of when you have seen that person be generous and the impact it has made on your life.
• Speak Boldly - Look the person in the eyes, don’t mumble…don’t stop speaking even if it get’s a little awkward. Trust me it will get awkward because people aren’t used to people speaking to them in such a positive and specific way.
• If Possible, Do it Publically – It is amazing to watch the trickle down effect of speaking the blessing in public, whether it be around the table today or in a meeting at work. To watch others then pick up where you left off and praise the person you are speaking to is powerful.
• Do it often – Thanksgiving is a reminder that we should be thankful however what if Thanksgiving was just another day that we are thankful…instead of being the only day we actually express it?

I have several people that I need to speak the blessing over today…What about you?