Download or read book God s Dynamics Biblically Building Families written by Karen Elaine Stewart and published by Bookstand Publishing. This book was released on 2015-07-08 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For insightful, practical and scriptural based guidelines on how to thrive as a family the way the Lord intended, delve into God's Dynamics: Biblically Building Families. This book conveys how essential it is to have the Lord and His Word flowing through every aspect of family life. The principles shared in this wonderful, easy to read, book can be used as tools to build and enhance our families one role at a time. .."..priceless answers and life solutions from God's Word for the entire family. I give this outstanding and extraordinary book two thumbs up. It's a must read for all " Respectfully Bishop Shammah Womack-El, Pastor of Temple of Radiant Light. "What I found great about this book is that although it is written from a Biblical/Christian standpoint, a non-Christian or those from all walks of life can read it, not be intimidated, but greatly benefit from it " Bishop Richard S. McCray, Pastor of Norristown Church of God. "This book will leave you inspired and challenged." First Lady Tanya McCray, Norristown Church of God. "I am a witness that she and her husband live the principles shared in this powerful and insightful book." Stanya Brandon, Author of "Fat Loss Is Easy, Weight Loss Is The Challenge." "The principles of love, marriage and training children to be confident Christian leaders found in God's Dynamics will make every marriage and family stronger. I recommend every family to read and apply the practical tools found here to strengthen their own household. It will make a difference in our home and our communities." Dr. Duane P. Durst, Superintendent of the New York District Assemblies of God.

Download or read book A House for God written by Andrea G. Schwartz and published by Chalcedon Foundation. This book was released on 2014 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE CHRISTIAN LIFE IS ABOUT SERVING A PURPOSE GREATER THAN OURSELVES. DISCOVER THAT PURPOSE NOW! There is one thing we are to seek. One vision given for us to fulfill. A single mission that would serve as the goal for something so large as a nation, yet specific to us as individuals. There is one primary cause by which we are to define all that we are, all that we have, and all that we do. What we are to seek above all else is the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matt. 6:33) and to do the will of God on earth as it is in heaven (Matt. 6:10). A vital, governing institution for this mission is the family - in specific, the trustee family. It is the Christian family that holds this great Kingdom mission "in trust" and instills this mission in its members. It is the Christian family that serves as the first church, state, workplace, and school in which children are prepared for godly dominion. Therefore, Christian parents are called to establish Kingdom-driven families. They are to build a home for God - a house that is dedicated to the service of the King and His Kingdom. To aid in this calling, Christian author and education expert, Andrea Schwartz has carefully put together this collection of essays entitled A House for God: Building a Kingdom-Driven Family. Both your personal life and your family life will be challenged and transformed through the pages of this easy-to-read, insightful book on building a Kingdom-driven family.

Download or read book Building Your House on the Lord written by Steve Brestin and published by Shaw Books. This book was released on 2014-02-05 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Living on Solid Ground Most couples struggle at some point in their relationship with hard questions of marriage and family life, such as, what is God's primary purpose for marriage? What does it mean for a man to be the head of a home? Is divorce ever acceptable? How do we raise children who will love God? What does God have to say about the way we communicate, or about sexual intimacy? Authors Steve and Dee Brestin have wrestled with these questions in their own marriage and have found that God's Word is the only reliable blue-print for marriage and family life. This study will guide you through the encouragement that the Bible gives for those relationships. Jesus told us the storms will come and batter our homes, but if we obey him, our house will stand firm.

Download or read book The Christian Family written by Carmen Wilde and published by RWG Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world fraught with ever-complex dynamics, "The Christian Family: Building Strong Relationships in a Broken World" offers a beacon of hope, guiding families to foster relationships grounded in the teachings and principles of Christian faith. Drawing from a rich well of biblical wisdom, this book addresses the multilayered aspects of family life, bringing to light the time-tested virtues of love, understanding, and unity. Embarking on a journey through thirty enriching chapters, readers will navigate the landscapes of marriage, parenting, and extended family relationships, each seen through the lens of Christian teachings. Delve into the sanctity of marriage, the joys and trials of parenting, and the nurturing bonds that can be fostered between generations. From laying the foundational stones of a Christian home to nurturing faith during teenage years and embracing the joyous milestones with grace and gratitude, this book serves as an indispensable guide for families. It paints a canvas of Christian living, adorned with practical advice, scriptural references, and a vision that uplifts family relationships to their God-intended potential. Each chapter is crafted to stand as a rich resource, offering insights and guidance for various stages of family life. Whether it is cultivating virtue in the home, understanding the dynamics of blended families, or leaving a lasting legacy of faith for generations to come, readers will find a wellspring of wisdom in these pages. "The Christian Family: Building Strong Relationships in a Broken World" is more than just a book; it is a companion in the beautiful yet sometimes challenging journey of Christian family life. It is a testimony to the enduring strength of faith, offering families the tools to build homes filled with love, grace, and God's presence. Ideal for individuals, couples, and families at various stages of their spiritual journey, this book also serves as a vital resource for church groups, Bible study circles, and Christian counselors seeking to enrich their understanding of Christian family dynamics. Step into a world of spiritual growth and harmony, where every family member, from the youngest to the oldest, can flourish in an environment nurtured by love and guided by faith. In the pages of this transformative book, discover the blueprint for a Christian family that stands resilient, united, and grounded in the word of God.

Download or read book Building a Godly Home Vol 1 written by William Gouge and published by Reformation Heritage Books. This book was released on 2013-02-20 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For years, William Gouge’s Domestical Duties has stood as the foremost Puritan treatment of Christian family life. Yet due to its size and antiquated expression, it has become almost unknown among current generations of believers. To help revive the usefulness of this classic book, Scott Brown and Joel R. Beeke divided Gouge’s work into three manageable volumes, updated the language to modern standards, and have given it the title Building a Godly Home . In the first volume, A Holy Vision for Family Life, we hear the voice of a wise and loving mentor, calling us to the old paths laid out for the family in the Bible. Here is Gouge’s helpful exposition of Ephesians 5:21–6:4, where he lays out the wife’s voluntary submission to her husband, the husband’s sacrificial love for his wife, the child’s obedient honoring of parents, and the parents’ nurturing leadership of their children. Reading it is like sitting down to coffee with a gentle grandfather and wise pastor. Come and allow your family to benefit from such wise counsel.

Download or read book Visionary Parenting Capture a God Sized Vision for Your Family written by Rob Rienow and published by Randall House Publications. This book was released on 2009-09-01 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author gives encouragement and insight into life-changing action that will impact generations to come. Parents will be inspired to build faith and character in the heart of their kids. Topics covered include: the God-filled normal life, impacting a thousand generations, creating a home of unity, the noble calling of fatherhood and motherhood, the blessing of family worship, and discipline that disciples.

Download or read book Marriage and Family written by Curtis Phillips and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-04-02 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is from the Bible that society obtains its most enduring and successful patterns for the tapestries formed by our social fabric. The institution of marriage is no exception. Given to us by God at the very beginning of His creation, marriage was to be the bedrock of all societies; and over the millennia since God first gave Adam and Eve life in the garden of Eden, this bedrock remains essential to His will for mankind. While this book will neither exhaust the topic of biblical marriage nor address every verse of Scripture or nuance in the union of two unique individuals, it will present practical revelation that we pray you find useful in building your marriage, and thereby empowering your family. Beginning with the biblical foundation of marriage, a foundation unaltered since God ordained it, this book will take you on a journey that will reveal the genius of God's blueprint for marriage and ultimately His manifestation of the gospel in the institution itself. As with all great institutions, marriage and family are God's idea, not mankind's. He is the Creator and Sustainer, and the purposes for which He creates and sustains a marriage are not mysterious--He desires godly offspring. In perpetuating the gospel of Jesus Christ through all generations and around the world, God reveals time and again in His Word that the primary vehicle for the perpetuation of that Gospel (good news) is family. Just as no person is perfect, no family is perfect. Here, too, in the ashes of divorce, abuse, and failed families, God wishes to show Himself not only capable but eager to restore and heal. We pray you will enjoy and profit greatly from the revelation God has given us on this important subject.

Download or read book Dysfunctional Family written by June Hunt and published by Rose Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In many ways, dysfunctional families are becoming the "new norm" in our society, affecting families in and outside the church. In this ebook, June Hunt explains the signs, characteristics, and impact dysfunctional families have on children's attitudes and behavior—revealing the ugly truth that dysfunction often produces more dysfunction. She presents practical ways to break the generational cycle of dysfunction—giving those who come from this background hope and equipping those who minister to them (pastor, church leader, or friend) with practical insight on how to help. Coming from a dysfunctional family can often make a person feel helpless—doomed to repeat the same mistakes and behaviors as their parents. June emphasizes that change is possible. Using the familiar Bible story of Joseph and his brothers, June reveals how God can use one family member yielded to Him to change the dynamics of an entire family. She also tells the remarkable true story of Catherine Brown Deeken, a woman who grew up in a shattered home with 2 alcoholics, but who now (through the grace of God) runs Rainbow Days, a ministry which supports over 65,000 children who are living in high-risk situations. Compassionate in its approach, rich with scripture, and easy-to-understand, this ebook explains how to reverse the impact of unhealthy family relationships • Includes a quick overview and key definitions. Answers— What is a dysfunctional family? What is a "functional" family? What are the dysfunctional family roles? How does being raised in a dysfunctional family affect future relationships? • Reveals signs, symptoms, and common characteristics of a dysfunctional family. Explains the 8 dominant traits characterized by dysfunctional families, including chaos, control, denial, inconsistency, emotional indifference, instability, shame, and unpredictability. • Explains how unresolved conflicts in the past often cause children to repeat the dysfunctional behavior of their parents. Includes a checklist to see if you—or someone you know—is showing signs of unresolved conflict. • Provides dozens of step-by-steps suggestions and practical ways to replace "old mindsets and behaviors" from unhealthy family relationships with God's truth. What Is a Dysfunctional Family? • A dysfunctional family is one where improper and immature behavior of at least one parent damages the growth of individuality and healthy relational skills among family members. • A dysfunctional family is one where family members are negatively affected emotionally, psychologically and spiritually. • A dysfunctional family is one where everyone is negatively affected even when only one family member experiences a problem. Dysfunctional Families Produce Dysfunctional Families Dysfunction looks different in each family. Here are some of the ways dysfunction can creep into the family unit: • Overly possessive or faultfinding parents • Poor organization or overly rigid structure • Inconsistent and indecisive parents • Emotionally abandoned children (including emotional abuse) • Overly rigid structure or lacking parental authority How Do Kids Cope? 4 Dysfunctional Family Roles Children Adopt When parents are unable to manage their lives, children learn to cope by playing specific roles in the family or "acting out" in damaging ways. Typically, the child will adopt one of four roles: • The Responsible Child The "hero" tries to fix the family problems and help create a positive family image through noteworthy achievement. This child receives positive attention but often develops perfectionistic, compulsive behaviors. • The Rebellious Child The "scapegoat" draws focus away from the family's problems and onto himself or herself with rebellious, uncontrollable behavior. This child consumes time and energy from the family members and often develops self-destructive life patterns. • The Reclusive Child The "lost child" hopes that by ignoring family problems, the difficulties will go away. This child avoids attention and is often lonely and withdrawn. • The Reveling Child The "clown" uses humor and antics to direct the focus away from family problems. This child is often highly active or hyperactive and usually seeks to be the center of attention. A child may even display a combination of these traits or progress through different stages as they attempt to manage their emotional pain...just seeking to survive. To find out more about the coping devices children us, check out June Hunt's Dysfunctional Family. How can I accept and let go of my dysfunctional past? Life is a series of choices! Here's just a few choices you (and those you are helping) can make to begin breaking free from the influence of your past. I will... • Give Christ first place in my heart. Ask Jesus to be Lord of my life. Accept His forgiveness and love. Be aware of His constant presence within me. Allow Him to lead in all I say and do. • Give thought to my present dysfunctional characteristics. Pray for God to reveal my weaknesses. Pray for wisdom to understand how to change. Pray that I will draw on Christ, who is my strength, to make changes. Pray for wise and discerning friends to enlighten and encourage me. • Give myself boundaries. Define who I am: "I am a child of God," and who I am not: "I am not a piece of property." Refuse to be manipulated or mistreated and learn to say, "No." Stop playing the victim: "As an adult, I am not powerless." • Give up resentment Consider the consequences of unforgiveness. Confess my own areas of unforgiveness. Contemplate the sins for which I have received forgiveness. Choose to forgive and keep on choosing to forgive. "When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me." (1 Corinthians 13:11) The dynamics of dysfunction are detrimental to the family. Discover how to cultivate your family now for the generations that follow as you establish and apply the principles of biblical truth in your own family. Look for all 36 titles in the Hope For The Heart Biblical Counseling Library. These mini-books are for people who seek freedom from codependency, anger, conflict, verbal and emotional abuse, depression, or other problems.

Download or read book Principles for Building Families That Will Persevere Covenant Families written by Alonzo A. Fraser and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-06 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is there in Principles for Building Families that will Persevere? Its real focus is on covenant families from a biblical perspective. There is a comprehensive view of the spiritual and social aspects that are an intricate part of those who express faith in God and his son, Jesus Christ. The reader will find an impact and lasting value: -Covenant family life style that is biblical, relevant and parents are diligent teachers of the word. -Insight into the covenant family concept: vision, mission and the principles that govern this lifestyle. -Strong Christian faith and a home where parents and children share the same moral, spiritual values and have a vision and a mission for generations. -A family model that is built on sound biblical principles that will sustain a marriage and build families that God can count on. -Support for families in understanding their marriage and helping them to fulfill their dreams and visions in a godly manner. -Strength and empowerment for those who are struggling to find a model and identity for their marriage and family.

Download or read book Family Bible Studies written by Eric C. Dohrmann and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2014-12-30 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With so much demand on our time, in and outside the home, and with all the different schedules and things to do each day, when do I find time to read the Bible for my daily spiritual nourishment and direction? And, just as important, when do we find time for family Bible study? Now the help so needed is here and nourishes and fills both of these necessary desires at the same time. The Family Bible Study series is designed to help accomplish both these goals together in the same study, in a good, time-efficient manner. In Book One of the series, Family Bible Studies, you will discover the biblical foundation for the family, the rock-bottom structure (design) and groundbreaking steps forward toward building a strong, stable family. All this is done by reading the Bible and discussing it together. Here is what you will see: the Trinity as the model for growing families on Earth; God’s strong design for the family still stands; His guidelines in the Bible help each of us grow together; a Bible study of eight characteristics of God as a beginning model for individual and family development; an inspirational ending on the fulfillment of the greatest commandment. This is first book of the Family Bible Studies series. The second will center on relationships and the levels that exist. Time studying and applying God’s Word brings great rewards—both now and in the days to come (Is. 55:8–11).

Download or read book Hope for the Hurting Wife written by Rebekah Hallberg and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-08-30 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is the first book about marriage from a Christian perspective that doesn't gloss over the hard stuff." This book is for every wife, whether newlywed or married for fifty-plus years. Most women recognize that healthy marriage requires both commitment and hard work, but how can a wife continue to thrive when marriage goes awry? Hope for the Hurting Wife is a thirty-day devotional journey that meets hurting and heartbroken wives right in the midst of a difficult marriage and gently encourages them to find hope that truly lasts. Rebekah and Jen know many wives truly wish to avoid divorce, but the pain and suffering experienced when marriage doesn't go as planned is very real. Through personal stories of heartache and scriptural insight, they address topics such as: Moving forward after trauma Loving even when you feel unloved Protecting your heart Understanding the power of choice Trusting God while waiting for redemption Hope. Courage. Confidence. It's never too late to experience these realities, even in a troubled marriage!

Download or read book The Family of God written by Kambeya Wa Kambeya and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-08-04 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his original design, God made mankind in his image, after his likeness. He purposed for mankind to be and to live as his image on the earth where he placed us. But man's failures and disobedience to God's ordinances brought sin into the world and much chaos into the family. The family is under siege today more than ever before. Various winds are attacking, while many others are trying to help, yet only few, if any, turn wholeheartedly towards the mastermind and creator of the family for answers. The Family of God is an effort to highlight the building blocks issued out of scriptures, which God has provided as blueprint, as well as remedy, for the family in crisis. It is a thorough yet not exhaustive examination of scriptures to encourage every family to turn to God and to trust him as the author and finisher of our life's journey, the one who is able to keep us from falling, and who gives us the victory. You may use this book as a resource for personal or small group study and family devotion to dive deeper in your study of the word of God. May you find strength and encouragement for you and for your family. Amen.

Download or read book The Family Project written by Focus on the Family and published by Tyndale House. This book was released on 2014-07-16 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all know what families look like when they’re broken. But how were they meant to look? Authors Glenn Stanton and Leon Wirth rediscover the Creator’s majestic plan behind this essential, endangered institution—and bring it down to earth with practical application for every spouse and parent. This book is an extension of Focus on the Family’s much-anticipated The Family Project, a 12-week church and small group series that will change the way moms, dads, wives, and husbands see themselves—and help them build healthy households from the best blueprint of all. While following the topic outline of The Family Project curriculum, this book stands alone and delves into the subject areas more deeply. It provides a solid exploration of God’s design and the transformative purpose of biblical families, and also offers down-to-earth helps for living out God’s design in your own family, along with inspiration for helping others do the same.

Download or read book God Design for Family written by Elder John Henry Henderson Jr. D. D. and published by . This book was released on 2024-09-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Flawed Families of the Bible written by David E. Garland and published by Brazos Press. This book was released on 2007-03-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most Christians believe that the Bible holds the answers to their questions about daily living, and that reading the Scriptures will show them good examples to follow for their own lives. Think for a moment and try to list a few examples of healthy families in the Bible who are ideals worth emulating. Having trouble? The families of the Bible were far from perfect, and not so different in that regard from our imperfect families today. In Flawed Families of the Bible, a New Testament scholar (David) and a professor of social work (Diana) take a real and close look at the actual families of the Bible. This honest book will inspire and encourage readers with its focus on the overarching theme of hope and grace for families, showing that it is in the "imperfect places" that we can catch a glimpse of grace. Perfect for pastors, counselors, and anyone in a flawed family.

Download or read book Families Where Grace Is in Place written by Jeff VanVonderen and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2010-11 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to developing a grace-filled marriage and raising creative, contented, capable children without legalism or manipulation.

Download or read book The Fulfilled Family written by John F. MacArthur and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2008-06-08 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a world of divorce, casual sex, and homosexual unions, "family"?once the bedrock of our culture?is becoming a matter of uncertainty and argument. From some quarters, traditional roles for men and women are ridiculed. And standing firm in a healthy, well-functioning family is harder than ever. So how can you have a happy home? How can you pass on strong morals to your children in a world going awry? By following God's divine plan for family life," writes Bible teacher, pastor, father, and grandfather John MacArthur in this book. There's no magic formula. There's no gimmick. It's not about how many times you do something, or who is in charge of this or that, or what kind of processes or methods you use. It comes down to answering these questions: "Am I committed to obedience to the Spirit of God? Am I committed to the controlling influences of the Word of God? Am I going to live out a Christian life?" If you can answer yes to all of those questions, then you are bound to have a successful, fulfilled, God-honoring family life.