Critic or Cheerleader

It’s very easy to be critical of the thoughts and plans of other people. While there might be some occasions when it’s appropriate to offer a critique, how can we offer advice in a helpful way, and how should we go about cheering people on, encouraging them to pursue their hopes & dreams?

Dan Preston is a Pastor serving the Charlotte and Hickory, North Carolina and Columbia, South Carolina congregations of the United Church of God.