Download or read book A Journey in Faith Parenthood 101 written by David Hill and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-02-18 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PRAYING BEFORE I go to sleep at night has been a habit since childhood. The night I thought of writing this book I prayed, God help me have good dreams and good thoughts as I sleep tonight. That is a prayer I have prayed ever since I was a child growing up. During the night I started thinking of ways we should raise our children, and how they need to be prepared for life. I told myself, I should write a book about this: ways to raise a successful child. I was afraid I would forget this idea by morning, so I arose at 3:00 AM and went to the kitchen to start writing down my ideas. I began to consider just what would be my definition of a successful child or adult. I realized that it depends on whose point of view we are coming from. The world defines success quite differently from God. The world would say it is to be rich and famous. However, since we are made in the image of God, it seems only logical that we should be a reflection of Him in our daily lives.

Download or read book Spoken from the Heart written by Cheri Swalwell and published by . This book was released on 2014-05-15 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have one child and have the opportunity to focus solely on his individual strengths and weaknesses? Or are you the parent of multiple children each at varying developmental stages, with individual interests, hobbies, and challenges unique to them? No matter how many children make up your own family structure, I think we can all agree. Just when we think we have this thing called "parenting" mastered, our children change, again, and we're left wondering what to do next. Instead of getting frustrated, we can turn to the ultimate training manual, God's Word, to help us maneuver these crucial years. By studying God's blueprints and applying His truths, parenting turns into a gift, a way to embrace the fleeting years we have with our children under our roof and a chance to make memories that will last a lifetime. Join me as we fill our homes with laughter, love, and the opportunity to model for our children a personal relationship with our Heavenly Father. Without His wisdom, this parenting journey would be much more difficult. I pray you will find answers to some of your questions, hope in the midst of struggles you might be experiencing, and a chance to sit and rest. Maybe you will find a new or deeper relationship with God in the process or just a place to start discovering all He wants to give you. As I love saying, "The God I serve is personal. What He's willing to do for me, He's waiting to do (and much more) for you." Let's sit down, friend-to-friend, as we seek to find some wisdom, peace, and happiness in this high energy, fast-paced world.

Download or read book Parenting a Journey of Faith While Navigating the Detours written by Lucy Watani-Simiyu and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2021-07-30 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucy Watani-Simiyu walks you through the raw and ugly moments in parenting that come when tragedy first strikes. She wrote this book after a season when nothing made sense and it felt like she’d been abandoned by God. It was a time filled with anxiety and heartbreak, and with many questions unanswered. As she shares her story,she gives you permission to not be a hero or be an unobtainable version of someone’s faithful Christian highlight reel. You can be right where you are ... moving toward freedom. As you read, In her parental journey and counselling sessions, the experiential learning from thousands of parents raised many questions and gives answers to questions such as: How can parents connect themselves to the very heart of God? What message does God have for you as a parent? Can children question their faith in God in a nerve-wracking way to parents and yet continue to function sanely? How can parents equip themselves with the truth of God’s Word to keep sane and fulfill their ambassadorial calling. What does it mean for a parent to have a well-planned journey for a child? You ask: what do I do when my child makes the wrong choices? How do I deal with contrary or counterculture? What about parenting guilt? Where is God in all this? Filled with verses from Scripture, examples from the Bible, and practical insights from the author’s own life experiences, this book will help you combine grace, truth, and God’s Word to find strength and help children overcome obstacles. This book points you to the source of joy in your journey by pointing you to God’s Word, the truth that sets you free when the journey gets weary. The blueprint still works—not to make you guilty but to liberate you. Maybe you are a parent who is paralyzed by fear of your child’s choices. You may be anxious, hopeless, and helpless about your child’s future. Perhaps you are weighed down by guilt and shame, caught in a slump, overwhelmed with regret trapped in a dead-end parenting, and numb from a child’s choice. You may be drowning in disappointment, anger, shame, and unfilled spiritually so that God and his promises do not make sense.Instead of tying our hope to specific outcomes, let us connect ourselves to the very heart of God. With compelling storytelling and sound scriptural backup, this book gives you the biblical pathway to help you as a parent move beyond the pain of the present to a hope-filled future.

Download or read book Spoken from the Heart written by Cheri Swalwell and published by . This book was released on 2015-05-20 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you remember the day your little one was placed in your arms? Does it sometimes feel as though the years are rushing by - not willing to slow down enough for you to savor these moments? Parenting is a journey filled with opposites - laughter and tears, stolen moments and crowded days, sleepless nights and bleary-eyed mornings. However, I also pray that parenthood is something you look at with excitement, enthusiasm, and love. Let this book offer encouragement, hope, humor, and an escape from your busyness to remember how special your children are and how much you love them. May the words remind you of Who blessed you with your family and while not perfect, perfectly handpicked for you! Sit back, relax, and let's journey together as we travel the road of parenthood.

Download or read book The Lifegiving Parent Experience written by Sally Clarkson and published by Tyndale House Publishers. This book was released on 2018 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each chapter begins with a "Lifegiving Parent Moment" narrative with probing questions, then moves into a study of relevant scriptures and discussion of the lifegiving parent principle, and concludes with prayer suggestions. The book makes a great 10-week study of how to become a lifegiving parent for your children.

Download or read book Raising Kingdom Kids written by Tony Evans and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2014 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evans equips parents to raise their children with a Kingdom perspective and also offers practical how-to advice on providing spiritual training as instructed in Scripture. He begins with an overarching look at the need for Kingdom parenting, our roles and responsibilities in raising God-following children, and how to prepare children to take on the assignments God has for their lives. He then provides specific training for kids in the power of prayer, wisdom, loving God's Word, getting through trials, controlling their tongues, developing patience, the surrender of service, and much more.

Download or read book Threads of Faith written by Elizabeth Caldwell and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking for inspiration and guidance on navigating parenthood with faith and grace? Discover "Threads of Faith, " where Elizabeth Caldwell's captivating story unfolds-an evidence of God's provision and the power of faith in every season of life. In this heartwarming book, Elizabeth and invites you into her world in Greenfield, where she and her husband Michael raised their two children with devotion and a deep-rooted commitment to Christian values. From the joys of childhood to the challenges of adolescence, they embraced each moment with prayerful intentionality. Explore themes of family, faith, and legacy through reflections, this book illuminates the significant impact of parenting with purpose. Elizabeth and Michael's unshakable faith in God guided them through unexpected blessings, support from their church family, and the trials that tested their resolve. Key Topics Covered: Building a Foundation of Faith in Children Nurturing Spiritual Growth Amidst Challenges Finding Strength in Community and Prayer Embracing Change and Growth with Grace Leaving a Lasting Legacy of Faith and Service Why You Should Read This Book: "Threads of Faith" offers practical wisdom and encouragement for mothers and families navigating the complexities of modern parenting. Whether you're facing uncertainties, celebrating milestones, or seeking to deepen your faith, this book provides valuable insights and actionable steps rooted in biblical truths. Perfect for: Mothers seeking inspiration and encouragement in their faith journey Families looking to strengthen their spiritual foundations Readers interested in personal stories of faith and resilience Anyone desiring to deepen their understanding of God's grace in everyday life Join Elizabeth Caldwell on her remarkable journey through parenthood and discover how her story will inspire and uplift your own parenting journey today.

Download or read book 101 Ways to Enjoy God written by Candy Paul and published by . This book was released on 2006-04-19 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Bold Parenting written by Lars Rood and published by Group Publishing, Inc. . This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What kind of parent does God want you to be? Sometimes we think God calls us to raise children who follow the rules, obey the speed limit, cordially deliver apples to their teachers, and help old ladies walk across the street. We passionately focus on helping our kids shine in the classroom, excel in sports, and succeed in the arts. But God has an even higher calling for you as a parent. As you read the pages of Bold Parenting, veteran youth worker Lars Rood—a husband and father of three—will challenge you to think more deeply and more clearly about the faith you’re responsible for passing on to your children. Lars will help you examine the traps we fall into as parents directing the spiritual journey of our kids, and then he’ll discuss resources and ideas that can help you to redirect the faith journey toward a rich, robust, real connection with Jesus. Bold Parenting will help you discover the joy and rewards of passing on your faith story to your children. And if you’re a youth worker, this book and its accompanying study questions will help you guide parents along this amazing journey.

Download or read book Missional Motherhood written by Gloria Furman and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2016-05-13 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's no such thing as “just” a mom. Despite the routine tasks and mundane to-do lists, motherhood is anything but insignificant. God has designed motherhood as part of his greater plan to draw people to himself—instilling all women, whether called to traditional mothering or not, with an eternal purpose in nurturing others. In this book, Gloria Furman searches the Scriptures for the mission of God in motherhood. She opens our eyes to God's life-giving promises—promises intended to empower each and every woman as she makes disciples in her home, in her neighborhood, and around the world.

Download or read book Spoken from the Heart written by Cheri Swalwell and published by . This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you envisioned being a parent, did it involve juggling a career, household duties, and extracurricular activities? Or, did you image being a stay-at-home parent who excels at growing a garden and keeping the budget balanced? Regardless of what type of parent you dreamed of being, I think we can all agree that when done right, parenthood is one of the most challenging, but rewarding jobs we'll ever undertake. It takes skills to balance our time and finances alongside the needs of multiple children and household responsibilities. Our mission is to raise children who are self sufficient and productive members of society - while at the same time making sure the most important goal is modeled daily - a personal relationship with God. While some of your desires and passions may vary from mine, if you're reading this book, we share the common thread of parenthood. With God's wisdom and our choice to keep Him first in our lives, it will not only be successful but we will rekindle the joy we felt when our child was first placed in our arms. Please walk with me as I offer encouragement in what is hands down one of the biggest blessings in your life. I pray you'll be challenged and inspired to continue to make a difference in the lives of those God lovingly entrusted to you.

Download or read book Child Proof written by Julie Lowe and published by New Growth Press. This book was released on 2018-09-24 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a freedom-over-formula parenting book for parents of all ages, Child Proof provides biblical insight and encouragement for readers who want to parent by faith. Julie Lowe uses Scripture and biblical wisdom to teach parents how to know their children and specifically love them with the love of Christ.

Download or read book Christian Parenting 101 written by Annie Cooper and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Any wrong foundation given to a child can create an indelible stigma in his/her character. The bible clearly told us that children are the heritage from the lord (Psalm 127:3). It also teaches that we must train up a child in the way he should go so that when he is old he will not depart from it (Proverbs 22:6). Many parents and homes are suffering today as a result of neglect and failure to train up their children when they were young as the scripture said. In view of this, many parents have been asking: where have we gone wrong? or what have we not done for our children that make some of them behave the way they are behaving today i.e being stubborn, rude, arrogant and harmful to their parents and society? This book is an educative and informative guide to parents. The author of this family companion has succeeded at x-raying the fundamentals and essential requirements for child upbringing. It is very difficult to go through this little but great book without being sorry for your past mistakes and failures. Many parents have ignorantly sent their children into the waiting aims of destroyers as they thought their problems were too hard to manage and this has made many children to send their parents to their untimely grave as they also confess that their parents contributed to their present state of moral failure. In this book titled "Christian parenting", - you will see some qualities or ingredients you will add in training your children. - By God's grace you will see certain things you think does not matter but matter a lot in child training. -You will also see things to avoid and things to do in training your children. - How to pray for your children more effectively, - how to care for babies, knowing the psychology and techniques used in handling them. This book is written to help families, young people, churches and the society at large in their contributions and what they ought to do in training a child. I pray that this book through God will bring answer to the question "How to handle a stubborn child" in Jesus name...Amen.

Download or read book Bipolar Faith written by Monica A. Coleman and published by Broadleaf Books . This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overcome with mental anguish, Monica A. Coleman's great-grandfather had his two young sons pull the chair out from beneath him when he hanged himself. That noose remained tied to a rafter in the shed, where it hung above the heads of his eight children who played there for years to come. As it had for generations before her, a heaviness hung over Monica throughout her young life. As an adult, this rising star in the academy saw career successes often fueled by the modulated highs of undiagnosed Bipolar II Disorder, as she hid deep depression that even her doctors skimmed past in disbelief. Serendipitous encounters with Black intellectuals like Henry Louis Gates Jr., Angela Davis, and Renita Weems were countered by long nights of stark loneliness. Only as Coleman began to face her illness was she able to live honestly and faithfully in the world. And in the process, she discovered a new and liberating vision of God. Written in crackling prose, Monica's spiritual autobiography examines her long dance with trauma, depression, and the threat of death in light of the legacies of slavery, war, sharecropping, poverty, and alcoholism that masked her family history of mental illness for generations.

Download or read book Spoken from the Heart written by Cheri Swalwell and published by . This book was released on 2015-06-16 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you think of parenthood, do you envision camping, late night movie marathons, and pillow fights? Does parenting leave you filled with dread or excitement? Parenting can be an opportunity filled with laugher and chances to build positive memories - both for yourself and your children. It's a time to cherish the ones that God loaned to you for a little while, to help guide them in the direction God has planned for them and to be their friend throughout adulthood as you hold them tightly in your hearts forever. Please join me while I encourage, challenge (just a little), and help you remember all the fun that parenting can be while reminding you it's not a solitary assignment. We're in this together...so let's have some fun!

Download or read book 101 Orthodox Saints written by Alexandra Schmalzbach and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-20 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know there was a saint who used a dogsled for transportation? Or a saint who turned down a marriage proposal from the Roman emperor? How about the saint who jumped from building to building during a siege to bring the Eucharist to his parishioners? Discover all of these stories and more in 101 Orthodox Saints. Written for children and those with a childlike curiosity, this visual encyclopedia will enhance your family's understanding and celebration of the saints of the Church. Each page is filled with illustrations, icons, graphics, and fascinating facts about the martyrs, monks, and mothers who boldly lived out their Faith to the glory of God.From Ancient Faith Publishing, your source for books on Orthodox Christianity.

Download or read book Having Faith written by Sandra Steingraber and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2012-05-15 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brilliant writer, first-time mother, and respected biologist, Sandra Steingraber tells the month-by-month story of her own pregnancy, weaving in the new knowledge of embryology, the intricate development of organs, the emerging architecture of the brain, and the transformation of the mother's body to nourish and protect the new life. At the same time, she shows all the hazards that we are now allowing to threaten each precious stage of development, including the breast-feeding relationship between mothers and their newborns. In the eyes of an ecologist, the mother's body is the first environment, the mediator between the toxins in our food, water, and air and her unborn child.Never before has the metamorphosis of a few cells into a baby seemed so astonishingly vivid, and never before has the threat of environmental pollution to conception, pregnancy, and even to the safety of breast milk been revealed with such clarity and urgency. In Having Faith, poetry and science combine in a passionate call to action.A Merloyd Lawrence Book