Parenting With Spiritual Power

"I wish children came with an instruction manual!" How many times have we heard this lament? Julie Nelson examines the lives of mothers and fathers in the scriptures (the best instruction manual) and the parenting principles we can learn from them. Discover powerful parenting examples and suggestions for personal application in this essential book.

It's hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn't what Jesus calls for in the Bible. He wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward God and others. How can parents cultivate this in their children? In this book Dr. Michelle Anthony shares practical examples and biblical insight on the spiritual role of parenting. Spiritual Parenting introduces the simple but revolutionary concept that parents are, by the power of God's Spirit, to obey and depend on God in order to create an environment God can use to beckon their children to Him.

In The Spiritual Child, psychologist Lisa Miller presents the next big idea in psychology: the science and the power of spirituality. She explains the clear, scientific link between spirituality and health and shows that children who have a positive, active relationship to spirituality: * are 40% less likely to use and abuse substances * are 60% less likely to be depressed as teenagers * are 80% less likely to have dangerous or unprotected sex * have significantly more positive markers for thriving including an increased sense of meaning and purpose, and high levels of academic success. Combining cutting-edge research with broad anecdotal evidence from her work as a clinical psychologist to illustrate just how invaluable spirituality is to a child's mental and physical health, Miller translates these findings into practical advice for parents, giving them concrete ways to develop and encourage their children's—as well as their own—well-being. In this provocative, conversation-starting book, Dr. Miller presents us with a pioneering new way to think about parenting our modern youth.

Encouragement for the homeschooling mom.

It is often said that children dont come with a set of instructions, but nothing could be further from the truth. God, the first and perfect parent, did not intend for us to parent His creations (all children) without Him and the Biblical instructions that He made available to us. Parenting with Power brings a new perspective to parenting that focuses on using the perfect patterns exemplified in Gods Word. We will explore Gods perfect methods and designs for parenting, as well as how following His practices will impact us and prepare us for eternity. Johnnie has a way of captivating your attention as she deals with the real life issues and hardships of raising children in the world today. She gives life examples that probably have happened in your home and provides strong biblical guidelines for dealing with them. She will tell you the absolute truth and love you all the way to becoming a more spiritually centered parent as she inspires you to use what God has placed within your reach. Parenting with Power presents the divine How-To advice for: Disciplining with love Communicating in harmony Training with style Dealing with anger Preparing for life, and much, much more!

Whether you want to mention God to your child, or another word or phrase you feel more comfortable with - or simply that life is full of potential and purpose, and that it is possible to make your dreams come true, 'Parenting with Spirit' sets out principles to share with your child. These include: A realization of how truly precious we are. An appreciation of the wonder of life in all its majesty and mystery. A deep sense that there is a unity to all things, and that we are all connected to each other and the Earth. An understanding of the power of love in our lives. The ability to use the imagination, playfulness and creativity as a gateway to the spiritual. These can be used as foundation by parents of all major faiths, and those who prefer a less established path. Jane Bartlett also suggests strategies to incorporate these into the time-pressured, hands-on, demanding, and often chaotic process of parenting, showing how to bring some magic into family life.

How can we foster spiritual growth in ourselves as parents? A perfect gift for the new parent. A helpful guide for anyone seeking to re-envision family life. Parenting as a Spiritual Journey explores the transformative spiritual adventure that all parents can experience while bringing up their children. Parenting as a Spiritual Journey shows, by looking at a typical day?s routine, how even the seemingly insignificant moments in a day with your child can be full of spiritual meaning. From waking up in the morning to bedtime at night, there are so many opportunities for parent and child to connect in a spiritual way. Fuchs-Kreimer helps us see those possibilities, revealing how parents can come to recognize, understand and appreciate the joys, insecurities, wonder and awe that can contribute to the spiritual fulfillment of raising children. Fuchs-Kreimer?s interviews with over one hundred parents, plus her own experiences as a mother of two, illuminate the journey we take every day in raising our children. Included are rituals, prayers, and inspiring passages from sacred Jewish texts?as well as from other religious traditions?that are woven throughout this wise, funny and lyrical book.

"The principles discussed in parenting from your soul are based in spiritual ideology, challenging you to examine the role of parent from another perspective. Conscious choices made from this place can help us ; honor our children's individual path ; appreciate the phases of our children's growth ; open our hearts to give and receive a deeper level of love ; practice forgiveness for others and ourselves ; learn universal laws to create the life we want ; and create relationships based on acceptance, honesty, and compassion. Parenting from your soul helps you guide your child to a life of happiness and purpose while assisting you in making positive changes in your own life. It offers information about transforming your relationship with your child, no matter his or her age. Applying this information can open up a new way to approach your role as parent and change the way you approach issues in your own life"--Back cover.