Relevant Bible account(s):

• 2Ch 32:2-8​—When his people face a serious threat, King Hezekiah encourages them

• Da 10:2, 8-11, 18, 19​—An angel encourages and strengthens the aged prophet Daniel, who is in a weakened state

Relevant Bible account(s):

• De 3:28; 31:7, 8​—Just as Jehovah directs, the prophet Moses encourages and strengthens his successor, Joshua

• Ac 11:22-26; 14:22​—During a time of persecution, the apostles Paul and Barnabas encourage Christians in Antioch

Relevant Bible account(s):

• Jg 11:37-40​—The women of Israel visit Judge Jephthah’s daughter each year to commend her for her selfless life course

• Re 2:1-4​—Even though Jesus needed to correct the Christians in Ephesus, he also told them what they were doing well

Relevant Bible account(s):

• 1Sa 23:16-18​—Jonathan seeks out his younger friend David and encourages him during a difficult time

• Joh 16:33​—Jesus encourages his followers by example and assures them that they can likewise prove victorious

• Ac 28:14-16​—While en route to Rome for his trial, the apostle Paul takes courage when he catches sight of the faithful brothers who have traveled to meet and encourage him

Relevant Bible account(s):

• Nu 11:10-15​—The prophet Moses is deeply discouraged by the negative, disobedient spirit of the people

• Nu 13:31, 32; 14:2-6​—The negative talk of the ten faithless spies discourages the people and leads to rebellion

Relevant Bible account(s):

• 2Ch 20:1-19​—When King Jehoshaphat faces a great threat from a large army, he gathers the people together to pray

• Ac 12:1-5, 12-17​—After the apostle James is executed and the apostle Peter is imprisoned, the congregation in Jerusalem comes together in prayer

Relevant Bible account(s):

• Ge 39:19-23; 40:1-8​—Although falsely accused and unjustly imprisoned, Joseph remains faithful and is eager to help others

• 2Ki 6:15-17​—The prophet Elisha is fearless in the face of great danger, and he prays that his attendant be of the same outlook

Relevant Bible account(s):

• 1Sa 1:10, 11, 17, 18​—Jehovah listens to Hannah’s prayer and helps her to find relief when she is distressed and embittered

• 1Ki 19:1-19​—When the prophet Elijah is discouraged, Jehovah provides practical help. He encourages and comforts him by giving him a hope for the future

Relevant Bible account(s):

• Job 14:1, 2, 7-9, 13-15​—Even in his darkest moment, Job finds comfort in the hope of a resurrection

• Da 12:13​—The prophet Daniel, who is about 100 years old, receives encouragement from an angel who tells him about the future reward

Relevant Bible account(s):

• 1Sa 30:1-9​—In the face of hardship, King David turns to Jehovah and gains strength

• Lu 22:39-43​—Facing his hardest test, Jesus prays fervently, and Jehovah responds by sending an angel to provide encouragement

Relevant Bible account(s):

• Ac 15:2-4​—The apostles Paul and Barnabas bring great encouragement to the congregations they visit

• 3Jo 1-4​—The aged apostle John is greatly encouraged to learn of the faithfulness of those whom he taught the good news