We often hear people talk about relying on God’s strength through the difficult times. But what does that look like? How do we find strength for the long haul, especially when we are so tired? We can learn from the ways Jesus handled His own caregiving responsibilities while on Earth. He frequently spent time alone in prayer He often …
God Has Entrusted Us
God has entrusted to be a Giver of Care for our loved one. He/she i into our capable hands. Whew! He has ENTRUSTED us! That statement alone can change one’s perspective. As incapable as we may feel, He will provide the strength we need. All we need to do is ask for His help, rather than relying on our own …
Our Caregiving Story As Part of God’s Story
Your caregiving story is a part of the greater story God is writing for the world. As you spend time with the loved one you’re caring for, see if you can find points of connection between your two stories. Your lives connect in shared compassion, intimacy, and revelation. As you care for your loved one, remember that God has …
Showing Forgiveness in Caregiving
Forgiveness is crucial in life, but especially in a caregiving situation. Let your gratitude for how much you have been forgiven by God motivate you to show that same forgiveness. Forgive the loved one you care for when he or she hurts or offends you. It will happen. Your loved one is facing major setbacks and frustrations, and those may …
Cultivating a Spirit of Joy
You can find joy – the spiritual confidence that all will be well, even in the midst of your caregiving challenges – by trusting in God’s promise to work all things out for a good purpose in your life. (reference to Jeramiah 39:11) Remember that God is always with you, even in the middle of the toughest circumstances. Let your …
Caregiving and Suffering
What does God tell us about suffering and hardship? People who trust God are not exempt from difficult life circumstances. But we also know, we have the Ultimate Support at our disposal during hardship: God’s Grace. Being a Giver of Care as well as a Receiver of Care can often be a hardship. A struggle that can involve great suffering. …
You are NOT Alone!
If you are reading this article, then you are being blessed by a church that cares about you and your situation. The team at genusConnect™ recognizes that the spiritual community (churches) wants to support their members in any possible way that they can when they are enduring hardships. You are NOT alone! As a result, Genus™ offers a free church …
What Does the Bible Tell Us About Respite Care?
As caregivers who are also Christians, we need to be especially mindful of how we are following God’s will when we take care of the person God entrusted us to care for. Whether it be a spouse, a parent, a grandparent or other aging relative, a child, or a close friend, we have an important and exhausting job. What does …
Relying on God’s Strength
We often hear people talk about relying on God’s strength through the difficult times. But what does that look like? How do we find strength for the long haul, especially when we are so tired? We can learn from the ways Jesus handled His own caregiving responsibilities while on Earth. He frequently spent time alone in prayer He often prayed …