Ann Benton écrit sur des sujets familiaux, s'appuyant sur sa formation en psychologie du développement et son expérience d'éducation de quatre enfants. Ses œuvres explorent les complexités de la vie de famille, offrant des aperçus profonds des relations. Par le biais de ses livres et de ses conférences fréquentes, elle vise à soutenir les parents et les familles, en fondant ses conseils à la fois sur l'expérience pratique et sur les connaissances théoriques. Son écriture est éclairée par une compréhension du développement humain, cherchant à offrir des perspectives précieuses pour les dynamiques familiales contemporaines.
This book contains wisdom from eight women, distilled for a wider audience. It will be an honest friend to the minister's wife, whether experienced or starting out. It will help you to look honestly at the privileges and problems of the manse and the rectory, and will free you up to become the best you can be.
Ann Benton charts the journey of her father-in-law from unsatisfactory hospital care, through spectacularly absent 'care in the community', to being looked after at home. In eight chapters she gives a Christian perspective on caring for your aged parent and practical tools to help those who find themselves in the same situation.
Lessons in Unsentimental Parenting
Focusing on Biblical parenting, the book offers practical advice rooted in scripture rather than solely personal experience. It explores six key concepts: accept, beware, communicate, discipline, evaluate, and fear the Lord, providing relatable insights and actionable strategies for parents. Each concise chapter is designed to inspire readers to implement these ideas immediately, making it an engaging and accessible resource for those navigating child-rearing in a child-centered society.
Only half of today's marriages stick - why is that? The social revolution has made marriage fairer and unacceptable behaviour more 'frowned upon' so shouldn't our marriages be healthier and more long lasting?Why is it that an institution that forms the basis of society is in crisis? And what can we do to improve things?Here are the 6 questions to ask yourselves if you are preparing for, or are already part of, a marriage.1. WHAT?- The nature of your marriage 2. WHO?- The partners in your marriage 3. WHY?- The reasons for your marriage 4. HOW?- The practicalities of your marriage 5. WHEN?- The timing of your marriage 6. WHERE?- The purpose of your marriageThis book won't make you feel guilty and suggest impossible solutions (we've all read THOSE sort of books before!). It'll make you realise what you can do and suggest a plan to implement it.Is your marriage important? - Show that it is! There are also 2 helpful appendices:1. Pre-marriage Studies 2. Why not? - Sexual temptation in the workplace
Silas navigates his turbulent school life by embracing negative attention, quickly landing in detention for various infractions such as cheating, bullying, and fighting. Struggling with his father's harsh words that he will never succeed, Silas appears determined to fulfill that prophecy. The story explores themes of rebellion, self-identity, and the impact of parental expectations on a young person's choices and behavior.
This delightful book uses a little train to teach children profound truths in a simple way. This is a wonderful way to show how the Lord Jesus Christ deals with the problem of sin.
Mám svojmu dieťaťu všetko dovoliť? Som ja ako rodič vždy za všetko vinný? Je dieťa vecou, ktorou sa môžem chváliť pred ostatnými? Ako dosiahnem, aby sa moje dieťa slušne správalo? Ako si zachovám zdravý rozum pri všetkej neistote vo svete okolo? Táto útla knižka je plná energie. Autorke sa biblické učenie o výchove podarilo vpratať do šiestich krátkych kapitol. Výsledkom je výnimočne prospešná knižka, ktorú by si mal prečítať a zvládnuť každý rodič. V knihe nájdete šesť kľúčových myšlienok: prijať, vyvarovať sa chýb, komunikovať, napomínať, hodnotiť a mať bázeň pred Bohom.
