God has given us the gift of one or more special abilities, which are to be used for the purpose of unifying the body of Christ and for the growth of God’s Kingdom. These special abilities are called spiritual gifts.
Using our spiritual gifts when we are caring for someone who is suffering, makes caring easier, more effective and more enjoyable.
Karen
Instructions for Knitting a Prayer Shawl
Over the years, I have given prayer shawls as a way to provide comfort to those who are suffering. (We have received them as well and they are indeed a comfort.) Here are simple instructions for knitting a prayer shawl. Yarn: Use three skeins of Lion Brand® Homespun...
Change Bad News into Good News!
When we turn on our TVs or open our newspapers, we can be overwhelmed by the bad news. The news is filled with stories of war, murder, broken families, leaking radiation from nuclear plants and on and on the dark news goes. It is easy to feel pessimistic and think,...
Baking chocolate chip cookies, washing a car, knitting and caregiving?
How does baking chocolate chip cookies, washing a car and knitting relate to caregiving? Listen to this program where I shared how to use your hobbies, talents and skills when caring for someone who is suffering.