A Special Gift a Devotional For Mothers Of Children With Unique Challenges [Hardcover]

Carrie Gruman-Trinkner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 11, 2000

When a child who has special problems is born, Carrie Gruman-Trinkner insists that this little one is a wonderful gift from God-not in spite of those problems and differences, but because of them. She understands the struggles that parents of children with differences go through, but also says, "Rejoice. God has given you a precious and wondrous gift-one that will touch your heart forever." This book is written to express the needs of parents of older children as well as those who are just beginning their journey as the parent of a child that faces physical and development challenges.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (April 11, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0785268057
• ISBN-13: 978-0785268055
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #382,600 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Much More Than Meets The Eye, January 19, 2001

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Jerry Rannow, author of WRITING TELEVISION CO... (Racine, WI.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Special Gift a Devotional For Mothers Of Children With Unique Challenges (Hardcover)

I just finished reading A SPECIAL GIFT by Carrie T. Gruman Trinkner, a book that addresses the parents and relatives of special needs children. This is not the sort of book that I would choose to read, but it came highly recommended, so I took a shot. I'm so glad I took that shot because A SPECIAL GIFT turned out to be a great deal more than a devotional for parents and relatives of children with unique challenges--it speaks to every individual about life and how we choose to get the most out of living. I came away feeling spiritually nourished, having been given important lessons about so many of the psychological aspects we must confront in life. Written in an uplifting and inspirational style, this book has general appeal for anyone seeking happiness. It would make a VERY special gift.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A God-send, August 29, 2004

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Sally Armstrong "S4Him" (Lancaster, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Special Gift a Devotional For Mothers Of Children With Unique Challenges (Hardcover)

This book brought me through a very difficult time. My youngest daughter was born with a cleft palate and club feet, and it threw me into post-partum depression. I am a Christian believer and I trusted in God's Word and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit to help me through...and the book was definitely a gift from Him! It is very encouraging, yet deals with reality. The author truly understands the gamut of emotions that parents go through when facing the challenge of raising a child with special needs. I would highly recommend this book to ANY parent though, because it will help you to see your child through God's eyes.

5.0 out of 5 stars comforting go to book for special needs parents, December 21, 2011

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K. Utt "K. Utt" (Northern IN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Special Gift a Devotional For Mothers Of Children With Unique Challenges (Hardcover)

I found this book in my local Christian store when my daughter was in the hospital for her 2nd open heart surgery. It spoke such comfort to me during such a difficult time and reminded me that I was not alone. So many times people have asked me for recommendations for books for friends with special needs children and this one always tops the list. There is one short story/devotion in here that I earmarked for reading before every surgery and operation it talks of my child being a little lamb safe in the arms of our Great Shepherd and makes such a beautiful word picture. So many disabilities and defects are covered in this wonderful little book. It is a perfect gift for parents who are grieving the loss of a the perfect child in their dreams and adjusting their lives to the great love that comes with a special child. We lost our original copy in a house fire last year, and I am ordering a replacement as soon as I can because it means so much to me!