For Discussion

1.  Which form of blessing others comes most naturally to you: affirming someone’s worth, showing affection, or giving a gift?  Which is the most challenging?
2. Proverbs 18:21 says “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.”  Can you remember a time when someone's encouragement came at just the right moment for you?  Share the story.
3. Think of a relationship in your life that you would classify as “challenging”.  How might that relationship change if you began asking, “How can I be a blessing to this person?” instead of focusing on what bothers you about them?