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“One of the reasons we experience so much difficulty with our gifts is that parents have thought their chief function in life is to be feeding, clothing and educating the young. However, their really important ministry is to listen to their children and enable them to uncover the special blueprint that is theirs.”

Quote by Elizabeth O'Connor

Book:Eighth Day of Creation: Discovering Your Gifts and Using Them

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Eighth Day of Creation: Discovering Your Gifts and Using Them

This book delves into the idea that each individual has unique gifts and provides strategies for identifying and utilizing these talents to enhance one's life and achieve personal growth. more

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Elizabeth O'Connor

Elizabeth O'Connor, born in 1928, is an accomplished author whose works are renowned for their profound insights and rich imagination. She has made significant contributions to various literary genres. more

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