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Wordy, But Over-All Good, February 21, 2011
This review is from: Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World (Paperback)
Returning to the Word of God as our foundation, not only for living, but also for parenting, is the main focus of the book " Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World" -- written by Ken and Steve Ham. The authors continually stress the need to teach our children the Word of God, and that without the Word, people perish (Hosea 4:6). We have a whole generation that is advancing without Biblical knowledge. Deuteronomy 6 commands us to teach our children in order that all may go well with them. There is also discussion about both the role of husband and of wife, and their equal partnership and responsibility when raising our children.
There is great transparency within the words of this book, and each author clearly explains their take on this matter of child-rearing. There is not only emphasis on the need for teaching our children scripture and holding them accountable, but it also emphasizes our need as parents to be in the Word daily; and how our personal relationship with our Creator will greatly impact our ability to impact our children's life for eternity.
Although the authors rend to be quite wordy, the content was excellent! It really challenged me to look beyond the "stories" in the Bible, and to teach my child that each story, if we must call them that, was really an encounter with a Holy God. If we portray these God-encounters as just fantasy stories, then our children will fail to see the reality of Who we serve and what God requires of each of us.
I really appreciate the emphasis on teaching our children the Word of God and using it as we discipline daily. The authors really encourage us as parents to cultivate an environment in which our children can grow spiritually--even at an early age. The teaching of evolution is rampant amongst our school curriculum; therefore, homeschooling is definitely suggested as the better option for education, if possible. This book is not just for moms to read, but also includes information that is vital for fathers to be aware of. There is a whole chapter called "Diligent Dads"; which is excellent. The book took longer for me to read than I planned, but overall I highly recommend it.
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Timely Book for Raising Children, March 12, 2009
This review is from: Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World (Paperback)
Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World reminds us what our job as parents truly is. Creating a legacy of GREAT FAITH for our families. It is within those legacies that our families can withstand the attacks of this world, whether they be financial attacks or spiritual attacks.
This book shows the legacy of the Ham family, their traditions, their discipline, and their undying faith and hope in the God.
Looking back at how God originally designed the family to operate, allows a Christian family to see how they can raise their children today.
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Good, but I've read better Christian parenting resources, November 3, 2010
This review is from: Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World (Paperback)
I think all of us who believe in Christ want to raise godly children. That's why the title Raising Godly Children in an Ungodly World: Leaving a Lasting Legacy by brothers Ken & Steve Ham appealed to me. The best takeaway is that while secular parenting advice is focused on behavior modification, adjusting the outward expression of the heart, Christian parenting is - or should be - centered on Christ, who cares about our hearts more than our behavior.
Because if our kids act properly in every circumstance but don't love Jesus, is that what we want? No. Then why is that how I parent much of the time based more on my kids' behavior than their hearts?
Because *I* need a heart check too.
This book didn't provide me with much of a heart check, though, so while it was beneficial (and most interesting to me during the biographical parts), it's not the first parenting book I would recommend. Some that have blessed us are Sacred Parenting: How Raising Children Shapes Our Souls by Gary Thomas and Great Parents, Lousy Lovers: Discover How to Enjoy Life with Your Spouse While Raising Your Kids by Gary Smalley and Ted Cunningham.
And, of course, the number one book and the only one that truly offers lasting heart change is the Bible. I think it's easy to run to other sources for parenting wisdom and forget to let the Perfect Parent give us guidance.
(Thanks to New Leaf Publishing for providing this book for my review. My opinions are my own.)
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