Our congregations are only as strong as the families of which they are composed! That’s why we, as ministers, have to preach God’s upbuilding word on the value and importance of a strong and healthy family.
When I heard Rebecca Hagelin interviewed about her new book, “30 Ways in 30 Days to Save Your Family
,” it sounded like a valuable resource on ascertaining the modern needs of our families. When we have a better knowledge of what our teens are facing, and the struggles of parents to deal with those problems, we are better enable to apply the timeless gospel of Christ to these modern needs.
,” it sounded like a valuable resource on ascertaining the modern needs of our families. When we have a better knowledge of what our teens are facing, and the struggles of parents to deal with those problems, we are better enable to apply the timeless gospel of Christ to these modern needs.
In doing some further research on the book, I was even more intrigued and decided to order a copy. I’ll be doing a full book review when I get it and read it. In the meantime, here’s the table of contents to help you get an idea of what’s inside.
- Commit To The Daily Battle
- Envision The Childhood You Want For Your Children, And The Adults You Want Them To Become
- Assess Your Home
- Understand How Marketers Target Your Children
- Make Your Home Inviting, Warm, And Fun!
- Create Family Time
- Discuss The Modern Challenges Of Friendship With Your Teens And Evaluate Your Own Friendships
- Know The Difference Between Your Principles And Your Preferences
- Write A Letter To Your Teen
- Battle The Culture, Not Your Child
- Direct Your Child’s Education
- Learn How To Have Meaningful Discussions With Your Child
- Vow To Be The Parent (Not Your Child’s Best Friend)
- Secure Allies In The Battle
- Develop And Follow Your “Mother’s Intuition” And “Father Knows Best” Instincts
- Install Parental Controls On Your Televisions – And Be The Ultimate Control
- Be Your Family’s Movie Critic
- Tell Your Children What Makes A True Hero, And Pledge To Be A Hero, Too
- Teach Your Children Every Day That They Have God-Given Value
- Establish A Family Tradition Of A Daily Quiet Time
- Set The Example
- Follow Ten Simple Steps With Your Teens To Foster Ongoing Support For Their Purity
- Set Clothing Standards For Your Daughter That Reflect She Is To Be Respected And Admired For Who She Truly Is
- Dress Your Son In Respect
- Obtain A Reliable Internet Filter
- Keep Your Kids Safe In Online Social Networking
- Let The Golden Rule, Rule Your Home
- Help Your Children to Connect Ownership Of Material Things And Privileges With Work
- Teach Your Children To Be Good Stewards
- Make Your Own List
From the table of contents, this looks like it will be a very insightful and helpful book. Look for the full review soon. If you read it before I do post your comments about it here.
