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The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose
by Dr. David Erickson
Published
September 17, 2024
Pages
256 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Tyndale Refresh
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About This Book
When it comes to Christian parenting, we crave confidence, wisdom, and―most of all―peace. We pray for peace when our little ones are tossed about by waves of emotions, for connection and confidence when navigating stressful mornings and exhausting nights, and for wisdom in knowing how best to discipline our kids. As Christian parents, we’re desperate to “get it right,” to raise our children to be strong, courageous followers of Jesus―and yet, despite the overload of endless advice at our fingertips, we often feel completely and utterly lost.
You can become the parent Christ has called you to be―and change your home and family from the inside out. In The Flourishing Family , Dr. David and Amanda Erickson offer a new parenting perspective―one that cultivates peace, gentleness, and confidence.
Deeply rooted in Scripture and backed by modern neuroscience as well as insight into child development, their book will equip you to rethink common assumptions about what the Bible says about parenting―and align your parenting approach with the teachings of Jesus and your identity in Him, cultivate the inner peace needed to lead and guide your family with Christ, and His grace, at the center, critically assess various gentle parenting principles through a Gospel lens so that you can respond to your child with understanding and patience, honoring the divine image and unique personality God created them to have, and use compassionate discipline as discipleship to focus on the heart behind your child’s actions, addressing the developmental or neurological roots of their behavior rather than merely correcting or punishing their actions or choices. Your legacy is not defined by your parenting perfection but by your commitment to follow in the way of Jesus and to trust His Spirit to cultivate the seeds you’re diligently planting throughout your children’s lives. Trust that He will meet you in these pages―and that He will transform your hearts and home.
Introduction
In a world of competing demands and constant noise, parenting offers both challenges and unparalleled joys. Within these dynamics, families yearn for guidance that resonates with their values and faith. "The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose" delivers a profound blend of spiritual wisdom and practical advice.
This book provides a sanctuary, a space to embrace the gentle teachings of Jesus, empowering parents to nurture their children in an environment of love and tranquility.
Key Takeaways
Embrace Jesus-centered parenting to cultivate a nurturing and peaceful family environment. Integrate faith into everyday parenting to foster love and understanding. Discover practical strategies rooted in spiritual wisdom for thriving family dynamics.
Detailed Description
Explore transformative insights that enforce Jesus' teachings, aligning them with modern parenting challenges. This guide unravels the essence of nurturing a family with love, commitment, and unwavering faith. Offering a refreshing perspective, it equips parents to face daily hurdles with grace./n With thoughtful guidance, readers are invited to embark on a journey of joyous family living.
The book emphasizes the importance of embodying Christ's compassion and patience, inspiring parents to cultivate nurturing relationships with their children. Here, practical advice meets divine wisdom./n Discover strategies that balance discipline with empathy, ensuring each family member feels valued and heard. The book encourages embracing the collective journey of growth and faith, reinforcing the foundational role of parents as spiritual and emotional leaders./n Through relatable anecdotes and impactful lessons, the book serves as a gentle companion for parents seeking peace and purpose.
It highlights the beauty of a family united in faith, dedicated to living out the principles taught by Jesus./n Endow your parenting journey with clarity and strength as the book offers invaluable tools and insights. It encourages a lifestyle where love and faith guide every interaction, transforming homes into sanctuaries of kindness and growth./
Standout Features
The Flourishing Family seamlessly blends timeless spiritual teachings with practical actionable advice bridging the gap between faith and everyday parenting It offers insights that resonate deeply./n Unlike conventional parenting manuals this book radiates warmth and inspiration drawing from real-life experiences to illustrate how faith can anchor family dynamics even amidst adversity./n Readers are invited to partake in a transformative journey filled with hope and encouragement It emphasizes that a Jesus-centered approach enriches not just parent-child relationships but the entire family dynamic.
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I have followed the Eriksons for a few years now: i feel so fortunate to have found them. This book is an excellent balance of evidence- based research, Biblical wisdom (and how they are entwined), and personal experience. (I love that the authors narrate the audio version!). The print version will be an excellent reference.
Science + Biblical view of parenting
David and Amanda do a great job connecting science and child development with biblical parenting principals that are filled with grace and discipling kids, rather than using fear based parenting tactics. This book is a refreshing and challenging one on the parenting journey. It is definitely worth the dive into seeing how you can change the dynamics of your parenting, your home, and your family.
Wonderful and encouraging parenting book
I hope everyone reads this book. If so, it will change the parenting game in Christian circles for the better. It will grow your parenting skills alongside your faith. We’ll be better for it, our children will be better for it. The book has a great flow and is easy to read. Parenting principles are interspersed with personal stories, current neuroscience research, and scripture application. Approachable and encouraging tone.
Practical biblical help
Over the last few years, I’ve listened to many conversation between parents about struggles with kids regarding how to discipline biblically. This book provides practical biblical guidance and tools that speak directly to those conversations and struggles. It’s amazing how neuroscience is catching up with the Bible and The Flourishing Family puts it into layman terms -no theology degree or PHD needed. I’m so thankful that I have this book for this season of life and to help shape the seasons to come as the parent God calls me to be.
Must Have Christian parenting book!
This book is a must read for any parent (Christian or not), no matter what stage of your parenting journey you’re in. Being able to approach parenting with a peace making approach, not only has helped me with how I approach my child but it’s also allowed me to heal some aspects of myself that I didn’t realize needed healing. If you’re looking for something other than the traditional Christian parenting books that promote harsh discipline and pull scripture out of context to justify it… then this is the book for you!
This book is everything I wish I had when I became a parent.
This book is everything I wish I had when I became a parent. The truth of God’s Word must impact everything we do, especially the raising of our children. I misapplied scripture to justify how I parented for too long and my connection with my kids suffered as a result. I am so grateful that the Ericksons have pioneered a path for grace-based parenting. This book will change your family legacy. As a foster parent, there is a great need for science-backed and effective parenting resources. This book is both. When we welcome children like Jesus did, we invite the kingdom of God into our homes. There is no more important work!
So hopeful for the faithful parent
Listening to The Flourishing Family audiobook is like having a good friend in your living room having a well thought out chat, sharing stories, examples, and many lessons learned, all out of a heart to parent in a way that honors God, our children, and each other. I will probably go back to read, tab, and mark a physical copy of this book and reference it many times in my parenting journey. Many thanks to authors Dr. David and Amanda Erickson for their time, research, and willingness to share their journey. Everyone who takes this book to heart will be better for it.
Must Read for Christian Parents
This book bridges the gap between a theology of parenting and practical, real-life help for challenging parenting moments. It explores scriptures all throughout the bible, looking at how our heavenly Father loves us and how we as Christians ought to live. It also gets very nitty-gritty, with lots of examples, suggestions, and reflections. Having a peace-filled home with small children around may not seem possible, but the Flourishing Family seeks to empower you to pursue just that. Here's a quote from the final chapter that caught my attention: "Parenting with peace is ultimately about trust. It is the embodiement of your knowledge of and hope in the trustworthiness of Christ. It is holding fast to His faithfulness rather than striving to stay faithful to a parenting paradigm. It is resting in the truth than His plans for your child are good, and He will complete the good work He started in them." This is a must-read for Christian parents!
