God's Glory Church

And we have this commandment from Him, that whoever loves God should also love his brother! — 1 John 4:21
When a woman from the church Karen attended was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease), the situation seemed desperate. This brutal disease affects the nerves and muscles, eventually leading to paralysis. The insurance wasn’t enough for the family to hire a caregiver, but the grief-stricken husband couldn’t even think about putting his wife in a nursing home.

Karen was a nurse by profession and had experience in caring for such people, so she began to come and help the poor woman. However, she quickly realized that she would not be able to take care of this weak woman without forgetting the needs of her own family. Therefore, she began to teach other members of the church to care for the sick. During the seven years of the disease, Karen trained 30 volunteers who surrounded this family with love, prayers and practical help.

“Whoever loves God must also love his brother,” taught the apostle John (1 John 4:21). And Karen showed a vivid example of such love. She had the necessary skills, compassion and vision to bring people together to effectively help this sick woman. One nurse’s love for those in need eventually multiplied into the love of many.

What talents and abilities of yours could God use to help those in need? Ask God to show you ways to use your gifts for His Kingdom.
“Love your neighbor as yourself.” – Jesus Christ
Author: Tim Gustavson