The wisdom you need from the pastor you love.
Parenting is far from easy. From fi rst steps to fi rst dates, parenthood is filled with unique challenges. Yet there is no greater joy than nurturing one of God's most precious gifts.
New York Times best-selling author David Jeremiah presents a heartwarming look at adventures in parenting. Drawing from his own rich journey through fatherhood, Pastor Jeremiah shares wit and wisdom on raising children in an unpredictable world. Each insightful chapter features timeless truths from God's Word, offering encouragement for the road ahead.
Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be inspired to build a rich and deep legacy of faith for your family.
Acknowledgments 11
Introduction: I'm Still a Learner 13
A Privilege and a Challenge 19
Children: God's Great Gift 41
Building on a Solid Foundation 63
The Benefits of a Christian Home 85
Raising Courageous Daniels 105
Rearing Faith-Filled Esthers 129
Pride and Joy: A Two-Way Street 151
A Home on a Hill 175
When Strings Turn to Wings 201
It Really Is Worth It! 219
Epilogue: A Note of Encouragement to Single Parents 243
Notes 249
Anonymous
Posted April 22, 2008
After watching the evening news or reading the headlines, you may have decided that it is impossible to raise Godly children. Scripture tells us that ¿with God all things are possible.¿ David Jeremiah offers parents words of support. ¿To be called ¿Mom or Dad is a tremendous privilege with a corresponding challenge that is just as great.¿ Hopeful Parenting is not an owner¿s manual. Children are a blessing from our heavenly Father. Each child has unique personalities and needs. Along with the blessings, come responsibilities and challenges. Some children are more challenging than others. Jeremiah offers ten wonderful suggestions for communicating with children. Children want and need boundaries. Talk to your children read to them, and value them. Everyone needs encouragement, including children. Be affectionate with children and learn to have patience. The most important lesson you can teach your child is to love the Heavenly Father. Children learn by observing those around them. If they see a parent pray, they will learn to pray. If they see a parent living a Godly life, they will learn to live a Godly life. Hopeful Parenting is a lifeline of encouragement in a sea of uncertainty. David Jeremiah reaches out to parents in a sincere manner. He offers hope and encouragement. Hopeful Parenting is easy to understand and read. This book should be required reading before becoming a parent however, it is never too late. Hopeful Parenting would make a great gift for expecting parents. I highly recommend Hopeful Parenting to all parents.
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Overview
The wisdom you need from the pastor you love.
Parenting is far from easy. From fi rst steps to fi rst dates, parenthood is filled with unique challenges. Yet there is no greater joy than nurturing one of God's most precious gifts.
New York Times best-selling author David Jeremiah presents a heartwarming look at adventures in parenting. Drawing from his own rich journey through fatherhood, Pastor Jeremiah shares wit and wisdom on raising ...