Family in the Bible

Family in the Bible
Author: Richard S. Hess
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2003-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0801026288

A team of scholars offers keen insights into family customs and culture in the Bible, providing a vision for family life today.

The Family Time Bible

The Family Time Bible
Author: Mary Manz Simon
Publisher: Beaming Books
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2022-06-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1506489923

From bestselling author and renowned educator, Dr. Mary Manz Simon, comes The Family Time Bible, perfect for families who want to discover more about God's Word. The Family Time Bible offers 52 captivating and beloved Old and New Testament stories along with engaging questions and suitable prayers for each reading. With understandable vocabulary and inclusive skin tones, this Scripture-based translation is perfect to use with children of all ages. This detailed storybook Bible not only contains 52 stories but each entry has a key verse for families to memorize, talking points, a prayer, and even a few notes for parents that offer support and insight. Dr. Mary Manz Simon, known as a parenting expert, provides a reflection on how the story connects to child development so adults can easily come alongside children in understanding and life application. Children will not only learn familiar Bible stories but also recognize biblical figures and begin to take hold of their faith. Paired with facts, insights, and interactive questions, every family member will enjoy the experience and have something to contribute. Mealtime prayers and bedtime prayers are included in the front of the book along with tips for adults on how to use the book and guide their families along a faith journey.

Marriage After God

Marriage After God
Author: Aaron Smith
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2019-06-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310355354

What if God has purposed your marriage for something so much more than "happily ever after?" Since the very beginning, God's design for marriage has been for husbands and wives to be ambassadors of holy love to a hurting world. Still, too many couples stop short at happy and wonder why they feel unsatisfied. Rather than "you and me against the world," God calls each couple to the rich and meaningful mission of "you and me for the world." In Marriage After God, Aaron and Jennifer Smith, popular marriage bloggers at HusbandRevolution.com and UnveiledWife.com, transparently share their own journey of turning a marriage in crisis into a marriage built on Christ's redemptive love. With fresh biblical insight and intimate stories of their own struggles and victories, this book will guide you toward a God-centered, ministry-minded, and thriving marriage. Throughout Marriage After God, you'll learn to: Discover the signature marks of a marriage after God Find principles for building an unshakable marriage foundation Let God's story take the lead in your love story Recognize the tools God has already equipped you with for a missional life together Filled with timeless wisdom, this thorough and practical book will empower you and your spouse to dream, decide, and do as you step hand in hand into God's ultimate purpose for your marriage. God has created your remarkable, romantic, and redemptive relationship to be a powerful light to a dark and hurting world. Let Marriage After God be your invitation to marriage as God intended--a life-saving, hope-inspiring, and transforming force of God's love. Praise for Marriage After God: "This book is an incredible resource for anyone trying to grow or step into a healthier and more life-giving marriage. Aaron and Jen pull no punches; are honest, raw, and authentic; and show that a marriage in pursuit of Jesus can change the world." --Jefferson Bethke, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus > Religion "There is a short list of books I'm stashing away for my three small kiddos to read when they are older--Marriage After God is one of them. Dear couples of the world, you have picked up a treasure! This book will give you clear direction to live out God's will for your marriage. There is no greater gift you can give yourselves than to run after Him together. Marriage After God will show you how!" --Lara Casey, author of Cultivate and Make It Happen

The Family Story Bible

The Family Story Bible
Author: Ralph Milton
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 1997-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780664221089

This Bible story book for children will satisfy parents who are looking for gender balance in story selection and inclusive language for God. The book is delightfully illustrated by Margaret Kyle.

Flawed Families of the Bible

Flawed Families of the Bible
Author: David E. Garland
Publisher: Brazos Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2007-03-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441201130

Most Christians believe that the Bible holds the answers to their questions about daily living, and that reading the Scriptures will show them good examples to follow for their own lives. Think for a moment and try to list a few examples of healthy families in the Bible who are ideals worth emulating. Having trouble? The families of the Bible were far from perfect, and not so different in that regard from our imperfect families today. In Flawed Families of the Bible, a New Testament scholar (David) and a professor of social work (Diana) take a real and close look at the actual families of the Bible. This honest book will inspire and encourage readers with its focus on the overarching theme of hope and grace for families, showing that it is in the "imperfect places" that we can catch a glimpse of grace. Perfect for pastors, counselors, and anyone in a flawed family.

Praying the Scriptures for Your Children

Praying the Scriptures for Your Children
Author: Jodie Berndt
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2013-08-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310337569

Jodie Berndt shows you how to make the Bible a book of prayers that can powerfully influence your children’s lives. You’ll discover how to pray specifically and expectantly for their faith, character, safety, relationships, and future. You’ll gain new, biblical perspectives on God’s purposes for your children. And through the encouragement of the Scriptures and true-life stories, you’ll find out what a huge difference your prayers really make in the lives of those you love most. Discover How to Pray God’s Will for Your Children’s Lives There’s no place like God’s Word to turn to when you want to pray confidently and effectively for your kids. “Prayers permeated with the Word of God bring about changes in our children and keep us in touch with God’s priorities. This is a wonderful resource that you will want to refer to over and over.” Fern Nichols, founder and president of Moms in Touch International “If I could choose only one book to help me pray for my children, this is it! Not only has Jodie given us a rich treasure of true stories, practical prayers, and relevant Scriptures for our children, but a surprise awaits! In reading this I found my own confidence if God growing. RUN and get this book for moms and grandmoms.” Susan Alexander Yates, author of How to Like the Ones You Love “I know of no one who can speak more authoritatively than Jodie Berndt on praying for your children. Every parent who wants their children to grow into godly men and women should read this book.

Family-Time Bible in Pictures

Family-Time Bible in Pictures
Author: Kenneth N. Taylor
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2007-08-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1414315775

Includes over one hundred brief Bible stories from both the Old and New Testaments, with illustrations and some discussion questions.

Your Family, God's Way

Your Family, God's Way
Author: Wayne A. Mack
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Total Pages: 227
Release: 1991
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780875523583

As a husband, father of four, and family counselor, Wayne A. Mack knows what makes families tick. Here he offers biblical insight and practical wisdom into two crucial areas of family life: communication and conflict resolution. Alerting us to the pitfalls of faulty communication, such as "undertalk," "overtalk," poor listening, forms of falsehood, and "circuit jammers" to communication, Mack examines why families fight and explains the key to turning family discord into harmony. Firsthand success stories and highly practical application questions give hope and clear direction to all who wish to build stronger families God's way. - Back cover.