We help each other grow by meeting together and inspiring one another to love and good works.
“And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.”Hebrews 10:24-25 (KJV)
What does “Stirring up” mean in Hebrews 10:24-25?
The King James word provoke here means to stir up or spur on, in a positive sense. The writer urges believers not to neglect meeting together, but to encourage each other.
Going deeper
The writer says, let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another. Provoke here does not mean to irritate but to spur on, the way a coach inspires a team. Faith is meant to be lived together. We think about each other and ask how we can help one another love more and do more good.
Gathering with other believers is one of the ways this happens. When we go, we are not only receiving. We are also giving encouragement by our presence. If you have been absent from a church or small group, consider returning. If you are part of one, think of someone specific and ask how you could spur them on. Send a note, invite them to serve with you, or share what God is teaching you. Together we grow.
Reflect
Who could you spur on toward love and good works this week?
Pray
Lord, thank You for the gift of gathering together. Show me how to stir up others to love and good works, and keep me from drifting alone. In Jesus' name, amen.
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