[Ep 30] Three Favorite Books About Encouraging One Another

I'm starting this episode with a confession: I am a bookworm. I'm actually one of those nerds who, since 2015, has kept track of every book I've read. Anybody else? Anybody? There is no doubt that I have a soft spot for books. In fact, that's one of the hardest things for me to say no to, when one of my kids asks for a book. I want to encourage a love of reading and learning in them, and so we have plenty of books around our house for them to read or look at. So, as an avid reader, I wanted to share with you three of my favorite books when it comes to encouraging and caring for others. It is my hope that, if you want to learn more, if you want to dive into a specific caregiving situation or biblical truths about encouragement, that I can point you toward a resource that will help you do that. Because, my friends, I don't know it all. I don't pretend to. And there are so many good resources out there that can help us do this encouragement thing well. I want to share some of those with you today. Kari   ARE YOU READY TO C.A.R.E. COURAGEOUSLY? Grab the Courageous Care Masterclass at www.lovedoesthat.org/care.   RESOURCES: Book: Loving Your Friend Through Cancer by Marissa Henley Book: The Art of Comforting by Val Walker Book: Becoming a Stretcher Bearer by Michael Slater Podcast: Don't Mom Alone episode 235, Supporting a Friend with Cancer Church Mental Health Summit from Hope Made Strong (affiliate link) ------ Friend, I'd love to encourage you as you encourage others. Here are two ways to get started: 1. SHOP ENCOURAGEMENT + SYMPATHY GIFTS These are prayerfully-crafted gifts you can share with those you love as tangible expressions of care. Let your friend know she is not alone. www.lovedoesthat.org/shop 2, SCHEDULE A SPIRITUAL DIRECTION DISCERNMENT CALL Interested in spiritual direction? Schedule a complimentary Discernment Call where we'll talk about what's weighing on your heart and identify next steps you can take to discern God's direction. www.lovedoesthat.org/spiritualdirection/