What is encourage2 all about?
At encourage2, we are hoping to gather and equip a small group of people that want to impact the world. We believe that the world has become a very grumpy place. Perhaps the biggest reason for this is the non-stop bad news that we are bombarded with almost constantly. The result of the constant bad news, which is then spun to make it even worse, is fear. When people are fearful, they tend to become extremely self-focused, which ultimately makes them even more fearful.
How can we help the world to break free from this grumpy, self-focused, fearful trap? It starts with us. The first thing we suggest is that you start every day by being thankful for at least five things. Many people are in the habit of starting their day by taking in all the bad news. Then they pile on their own worries, which kicks up that fearful feeling, which makes them self-focused and grumpy. Developing the habit of thankfulness will help to change your perspective on the world around you.
The second thing we suggest is that you begin to actively encourage at least two people each day. This will help to break us free from the self-focused lives that we so often lead. We are convinced that as people weave these two habits into their daily lives, a significant change will take place, not only in us, but in the world around us. Are you ready to get involved? Are you ready to get started making a difference in the lives of your families, friends and communities? Join with us by entering your email address into the form at the right of the site. Once you have signed up, go to the get started page for instructions on how to receive your free get started kit. In the meantime, check out all the information available on the various pages of the site, and email this site to your social network and encourage them to get involved as well. A small group of people can make a big impact on the world!
What is the Encouragement Equation?
The encouragement equation is fully explained on the Encourageomics page.
What is the story of the walking grapes?
The walking grapes are a reminder that we are to lead fruitful lives. Fruitful lives are made possible by abiding in the vine. In John Chapter 15 Jesus says this:
John 15:5-8
5″I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. 7If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. 8This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.
encourage2 is seriously not-for-profit. Our hope is to be able to equip you with all the material and information you need to be successful in the Ministry of Encouragement and to provide it all at no cost to you. encourage2 is an outreach ministry of Tower of Praise, Inc., a Florida 501(c)3 non profit corporation.
