Recommended Reading for Grandparents
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unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks About Christianity
By David Kinnaman & Gabe Lyons / Baker
In his Epistle, the Apostle Peter instructed us to give others good reason for the hope we have in Christ, but to do so with "gentleness and respect." Unfortunately, in the eyes of many non-Christians today, the church has done just the opposite. In Unchristian, David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, has complied startling research among the unchurched and learned that Christians are too often known for the issues they stand against, rather than the hope which they stand for. According to the research, believers are seen as too judgmental, too political, and often hypocritical. If you are a Pastor, lay person or youth leader you will not want to go without the details of this critical study. Uncover for yourself the latest research on the unchurched in Kinnaman's must-read book. |
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Don't Waste Your Life
By John Piper / Crossway Books & Bibles
In this provocative work Pastor Piper challenges us to set aside the trivial pursuit of self-fulfillment so that we can develop a deeper passion for God. Piper believes that if we passionately submit the sufferings we endure, the risks we take, and the goals we set to the pursuit of God's glory, then not one moment of our lives will be wasted. Don't miss this opportunity to rekindle your passion for the cross of Christ and the glory of God. |
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The Christian Grandma's Idea Book: Hundreds of Ideas, Tips, and Activities to Help You Be a Good Grandma
By Ellen Banks Elwell / Crossway Books & Bibles
Regardless of your age or stage in life, if someone calls you "Grandma," this wonderful book will help you create a legacy of rich memories, shared traditions and special times together. This amazingly personal resource features 800 thoughts, stories and creative advice from 200 grandmas on hundreds of topics ranging from babysitting and traditions to day trips, gifts and much more. You'll even find reflections from famous Christian authors and advice for grandmas who are facing special challenges. |
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The Gift of Grandparenting: Building a Meaningful Relationship With Your Grandchildren
By Eric Wiggin / Tyndale House
More than a source for cookies and zoo trips, grandparents=whether around the corner or across the country-can impact a child's life for eternity. From pasing on family history and imparting godly wisdom to sharing special times and fun activities, Wiggin encourages grandparents to take an active role in helping build spiritually strong families. |
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How to Really Love Your Grandchild
By D. Ross Campbell & Rob Suggs / Regal Books
In How To Really Love Your Grandchild, Dr. D. Ross Campbell offers invaluable help and encouragement for all grandparents as they attempt to counter the unhealthy influences of our day and help provide direction and influence for their grandchildren. Topics covered include: helping your children in parenting, distance grandparenting, parenting grandkids, training children in anger management, making a critical difference in the area of discipline, giving grandchildren the love and security they crave, special needs grandkids and leaving a legacy of faith. Dr. Campbell showed you how to really love your children, now let him increase your potential to really love your grandchildren. |
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The Blessing, Original Edition
By Gary Smalley and John Trent Ph.D. / Pocket Books
Brian endlessly sought his father's approval. Even when his dad lay dying, he pleaded, "Please say you love me, please!" For all who share that pain, Smalley and Trent offer healing. Explore the "blessing" bestowed by parents, discover what to do if you never received it, and learn to give yours to loved ones. 238 pages, softcover from Simon & Schuster. |
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The Power of a Godly Grandparent: Leaving a Spiritual Legacy
By Stephen & Janet Bly / Beacon Hill Press
You may or may not have material wealth to leave your grandchildren, but you have a rich heritage to pass on. Give your grandchildren the power of unconditional love. Give your grandchildren the power of your own testimony of faith, and show them how God will be faithful through the coming generations. Whether your grandchildren live across the country or down the street, the Blys will show you how to be a grandparent your grandkids can count on. |
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Boyhood and Beyond: Practical Steps to Becoming a Man
By Bob Schultz / Great Expectations Co
Sow wise seeds of counsel in the still-soft soil of young hearts! Drawing from biblical insight and personal experience, Schultz offers your preteen boys reliable guidance on matters of authority, temptation, education, industry vs. sloth, leadership, overcoming fear, and more. Help future men make the most of boyhood---and begin training them for life. 219 pages, softcover from Great Expectations. |
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Just Walk Across the Room: Simple Steps Pointing People to Faith
By Bill Hybels / Zondervan
Building on his bestseller Becoming a Contagious Christian, Pastor Hybels shows you how to follow Jesus' model of personal evangelism by "living in 3-D"---developing friendships, discovering stories, and discerning appropriate ways to leave your comfort zone. Learn to share the good news of redemption with people living far from God---and across the room. 224 pages, hardcover from Zondervan. |
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Questions from Little Hearts: Little Blessings
By Kathleen Bostrom / Tyndale House
This book combines 4 Little Blessings volumes (What is God Like? What Is Prayer? What About Heaven? Are Angels Real?), all of which use whimsical rhyming text to answer questions about God, heaven, angels, and prayer. Little Blessings “questions” books are known for their heartwarming text and delightful multicultural characters. Each question is answered using Scripture, fun poetry, and the adorable characters. The questions include: What is God Like? What Is Prayer? What About Heaven? Are Angels Real? The answers are theologically sound and thorough, yet child-friendly. Bible references follow each section. |
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Connect with Your Grandkids: Fun Ways to Bridge the Miles
By Cheri Fuller / Focus on the Family
Create a lasting bond with your grandchildren by learning new ways to connect. In this hectic, busy world we live in today, it can be hard to see your grandkids even if they live down the street, never mind miles away. Author Cheri Fuller learned ways to bridge the miles when several of her grandchildren moved away. Her ideas - from text messaging to making photo albums - will spur you on as you learn fun, new ways to relate. Paperback. |
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The Faith: What Christians Believe, Why They Believe It, and Why It Matters
By Charles Colson & Harold Fickett / Zondervan
The word "Christianity" conjures up many pictures, depending on who defines it. But Chuck Colson asserts that the faith "given once for all" is an invitation to a wonderful vision of life, open to all who will come. The Faith invites all who will - whether believers or skeptics - to explore the basic doctrines of Christianity and find out for themselves what it really means to be called a disciple of Christ - and how to live as a disciple.
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Extreme Grandparenting: The Ride of Your Life!
By Tim & Darcy Kimmel / Focus on the Family
The honesty, humor, stories, and practical experience will motivate and guide you to develop richer relationships with your children and their children. Discover how you can reach and relate to grandchildren, not only as a mentor and loving family member, but as a spiritual rock during the hard times. Give the greatest gift possible to your family: yourself. |
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The Masculine Journey: Understanding the Six Stages of Manhood
By Robert Hicks and John Trent / NAVpress Publishing Group; 3rd edition (June 26, 1993)
In MASCULINE JOURNEY, Robert Hicks explores the biblical roots of masculinity. Drawing from the six Hebrew terms for manhood, Dr. Hicks portrays masculinity as a distinclty powerful asset, one that was designed to help men thrive at every stage of life.
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The Feminine Journey: Understanding the Biblical Stages of a Woman's Life
By Cynthia and Robert Hicks / Navpress; Study Gd edition (December 1994)
This volume by a husband-and-wife team of Christian counselors complements Robert Hicks's The Masculine Journey (NavPr., 1993). Using a series of biblical women to express women's journeys, the book discusses various options for women; the issue of beauty as a divine attribute; motherhood; emotional and relational needs of women; experiences of loss through widowhood, divorce, unemployment; and, finally, the wisdom of age, women's strength, and self-acceptance. Not only is the development from youth to nurturer to relational wounded, widowed, and wise women charted but also the steps related to faith development and biblical models. |
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The Godly Grandparent: Living Faithfully and Influencing Your Grandchildren for Christ
By Dennis & Kit Ellingson / Cladach Publishing
Christian grandparents who long to see their grandchildren walking the the Light will be blessed and encouraged by Dennis Ellingson's inspiring examples from the Bible, his own family, and people he has worked with over the years. Dennis offers valuable insights into the character of a Christian "elder," as well as tips for making time with grandchildren eternally rewarding.
If you are a grandparent who desires to be fully devoted to God, living a life of inward and outward godliness that will positively influence your grandchildren and help to transform their world, read this book.
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Last Updated on Thursday, 19 March 2009 22:00 |
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