I have spent much of this week at a conference, and I have had the opportunity to reconnect with so many friends as well as spend time with some people that encourage me so much. All of us need to be around people who make us better and stronger. Be encouraged and be an encourager. That is one of the things we need to make sure happen in our lives. There are great benefits to encouragement. Acts 14:22 NLT where they strengthened the believers. They encouraged them to continue in the faith, reminding them that we must suffer many hardships to enter the Kingdom of God. Some of the people I have connected with have history with me. We have shared stories and even prayed together. It has been good. Romans 1:12 NLT When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours. Much of the things that have encouraged me this week come from messages and testimonies. Faith of others have...