Families Where Grace Is in Place [Paperback]

Jeff VanVonderen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1992

Building a graceful marriage and raising creative, competent, contented children without legalism or manipulation.

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About the Author

Jeff VanVonderen is a highly sought after speaker and consultant both nationally and internationally. For over 25 years, individuals, families, and organizations have benefited from his skills and understanding in the areas of addiction, family systems, and recovery. Several magazines and journals have featured Jeff's work, and he has been a featured guest on radio and television shows across the country.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House (November 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556612664
• ISBN-13: 978-1556612664
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #109,320 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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46 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars an excellent look at what it means to really live in grace, April 19, 1999

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jenlemen "takoma mama" (Takoma Park, Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Families Where Grace Is in Place (Paperback)

This book is an absolute must read if you privately wonder if God is more concerned with your behavior than the needs of your heart. Vanvonderen explains why we will never feel fulfillment or joy simply by conforming to Christian standards. Using the Bible as the basis of his discussion, he reveals a God who wants to meet our deepest needs and transform us from the inside out. Vanvonderen shifts the focus from outward performance to the "fight of faith" in our marriages and our family life--defining the fight as the struggle to believe that Jesus can truly fill us when we are tempted to find our significance in people or things. Much of the book is devoted to parenting, and Vanvonderen shares honestly about his own process of becoming a grace-full parent. Without shaming or guilting, this book helped me reconsider what it means to really live a free and honest life. This practical and insightful discussion of grace is one you won't want to miss.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Are you ready for a real change?, April 5, 2001

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Davina Lock (Beavercreek, OH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Families Where Grace Is in Place (Paperback)

This is an outstanding book. Now I really know what a shame-based family is. OUCH! But I also now know how I can change to make my life better. To become more gracious in my relationships. It was so good, I ran a workshop at our church to share the excellent information to others. No one can afford to spray shame on our spouse and children. This may just be what you are looking for if you are READY TO CHANGE.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book reminded me of what God is really all about!, April 2, 2000

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Tanja L. Walker "Tanja L. Walker" (Norman, OK USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Families Where Grace Is in Place (Paperback)

I bought this book at a point when I was frustrated and at the end of my rope as a parent. This book was a God-send. Now, the challenge will be to work on ways I can change my discipline style from one of controling behaviors to controling environment and let my kids choose their behavior (and the consequences thereof). But at least I know that God loves me, and loves my family, no matter what. Thank you!