Growing Kids God's Way: Biblical Ethics for Parenting [Ring-bound]

Gary Ezzo (Author), Anne Marie Ezzo (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2001

Three ring loose leafed binder entitled "Growing Kids God's Way" written by Gary & Anne Marie Ezzo.

Product Details

• Ring-bound: 398 pages
• Publisher: Biblical Ethics for Parenting; 4th edition (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1883035112
• ISBN-13: 978-1883035112
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.3 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #473,098 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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138 of 171 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Re-read and still like it!, March 24, 2003

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J. Eldredge "Jojo from Florida" (Saint Petersburg, Florida United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Growing Kids God's Way: Biblical Ethics for Parenting (Ring-bound)

I decided a couple of weeks ago to order and re-read the Ezzos book, as my husband and I had taken a "Growing Kids God's Way" course in Bible college 5 years ago and had given our original copy (after reading it a couple of times first) to an expectant couple a few years back.

Deciding I would read it as a refresher because I was sure there was some things I had forgotten and, of course, revisions, I'm glad I did. After reading it a third time I'm happy to report that I STILL believe that the wisdom and advice the Ezzos share in their book is wonderful, and believe them to be caring and sincere Christians.

However, before typing in this review, I noticed a negative reviewer stating that the Ezzos encouraged disciplining a "6 month old with a switch"! Reading that disgusted me. I have read this book at least 3 times and I have NEVER read that!! ...

In conclusion: I can stand by my review because it's honest and forthright and comes from what our family has personally experienced in putting what we've read in this book into practice. "Growing Kid's God's Way" has been and continues to be a blessing to our marriage and our family. Another wonderful benefit is that it has resulted in making our family life very enjoyable and we've become a testimony to other families that raising godly kids IS possible...

70 of 88 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent! Changed Our Lives For The Best!, February 25, 2003

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J. Eldredge "Jojo from Florida" (Saint Petersburg, Florida United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Growing Kids God's Way: Biblical Ethics for Parenting (Ring-bound)

My husband and I took a "Growing Kids God's Way" course while attending Bible college before becoming missionaries. At the time, our two boys were 2 yrs. old and 4 months old. Our sons are now 7 and 5 1/2. I can say with all sincerity that we are convinced that this book changed our marriage (a strong marriage is the foundation for a strong, healthy family) and how we raise our children for THE BEST. We know, now five years later and seeing the LONG TERM results, that taking that course and taking what we learned to heart was a Godsend for us. Our children are not inconveniences, nor does the book ever imply that, so I take umbrage with one of the reviewers. I am curious to know if that reviewer has children, how old they are and in what state are their kids really in ... and not just when they are in the presence of their parents or other adults. ... I 'm honestly curious. As for what our kids think about it? I ask them periodically. They both say they like their mom and dad a lot, (their words, not mine). Our son's are very secure, because they know their parents love each other (the book EMPHASIZES parents should CONTINUALLY work on making their marriage's stronger) and love them dearly and SHOW it. One important way we show them that we love them, beside spending time with them and giving them plenty of hugs and kisses, is by having guidelines for them and STICKING to them, not waffling whenever it gets difficult or inconvenient. We don't discipline our kids only when we are embarrassed by them. When we discipline, it is in the security of our home, in love, NOT in anger (which the book stresses!). Why do we discipline? Because we want them to grow up to be men of good character, integrity, possessing self-control, having sincere respect and compassion for others (they must know the world doesn't revolve around them), loving family and showing charity to everyone, no matter who they are. Who does it benefit? THEM. If we do our job right as parents to instill these values, our kids will be a SUCCESS at whatever they do! Their future will be secure, and we would have done our job. Discipline (which means "training" - is not just corporate punishment, though we do believe in it. However, when administered CORRECTLY makes up only a small part of the overall discipline/training) is dangerously lacking in many homes today. Look around. Have you watched the news and read the newspapers lately? It's extremely sad what our kids are facing today. They need guidance... they NEED US. So before you knock something, take a close look and really think "Is what I'm doing really working?". ALL OF US as parents need to re-evaluate ourselves from time to time (my husband and I do often), and ask ourselves -- Are we really doing the best we can to train up our children? Are we really doing right by them? Think about it.

30 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Depends on what your goals for parenting are..., December 18, 2007

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Peggy S. "Homeschooler" (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Growing Kids God's Way: Biblical Ethics for Parenting (Ring-bound)

Many people are opposed to ANYTHING that challenges a child's will. Children are not born good. They are born selfish. I want my kids to think about others as well. While controversial, this book is an excellent tool to help parents towards the end of training their kids with morals. That is something that is lacking in our culture is morals and I want my kids to be different. As with any tool, it can be abused, and used legalisticly. Great book despite the controversy.