Your article is interesting that you advocate for self care to be able to stay a care giver; it's not self care and caregiver, as opposing sides. I think people miss that: self care empowers us to keep pouring out; it doesn't remove us from ministry.
Amy Carmichael's book is a mood; a powerful, all-consuming, delicious mood. We've been studying Matthew in Sunday school, while studying Hebrews and now Thessalonians, after Ephesians, in church. And, this idea of self care has been muddling in me, for a while. It can be selfish to give too much, for fame; it can also be selfish to give to little, because of lack of interest. There's a difference between taking a vacation or getting your nails done or a sabbatical or day unplugged versus, in my opinion, constantly announcing self care, and determined to have it. We discredit God's grace, a lot. We discredit it by assuming we can do it all, and by deciding we're done. The balance isn't as delicate, the line isn't as fine, as we are led to believe.
This is teaching that has become harder and harder to find in the church. I believe it’s exactly what Christ showed us, yet it is often argued and watered down by His followers. Beautiful post.
Dear Rachel,
I so appreciate all you write about. You have such a servant's heart, and I pray for your family.
I agree that is such a balance between self-care and selfishness. However I would like to share an article I just wrote about caregivers and self-care: https://www.dementiamap.com/caregiving-can-kill-you/
Such a journey we walk as Christians. nancyrpoland.com
Your article is interesting that you advocate for self care to be able to stay a care giver; it's not self care and caregiver, as opposing sides. I think people miss that: self care empowers us to keep pouring out; it doesn't remove us from ministry.
Amy Carmichael's book is a mood; a powerful, all-consuming, delicious mood. We've been studying Matthew in Sunday school, while studying Hebrews and now Thessalonians, after Ephesians, in church. And, this idea of self care has been muddling in me, for a while. It can be selfish to give too much, for fame; it can also be selfish to give to little, because of lack of interest. There's a difference between taking a vacation or getting your nails done or a sabbatical or day unplugged versus, in my opinion, constantly announcing self care, and determined to have it. We discredit God's grace, a lot. We discredit it by assuming we can do it all, and by deciding we're done. The balance isn't as delicate, the line isn't as fine, as we are led to believe.
Beautiful, important, and encouraging words. Thank you :)
I needed this today. Thank you!
And I ( we) love you. Thank you for reaching our pointy hats. Luv u
I love the way you tackled the self care topic Rachel! So well written!
Excellent insight Joelle. I have much to learn!
This is teaching that has become harder and harder to find in the church. I believe it’s exactly what Christ showed us, yet it is often argued and watered down by His followers. Beautiful post.