The Secret Garden Argo Classics by Frances Hodgson Burnett Narrated by Glenda Jackson - Harper Audio
"Purity rings. Abstinence pledges. Promises of delayed gratification bringing awesome married sex. These—and many other practices and teachings—have characterized evangelical purity culture. And they've done some damage. In Talking Back to Purity Culture, Rachel Joy Welcher holds to a high view of Scripture and its sexual ethic, challenges prosperity thinking, and calls Christians to a better way—one that celebrates embodied living at any age or stage, views others as creatures worthy of respect, and has as its focus the glory of God. I can't think of one demographic that wouldn't benefit from this book."
-Sandra Glahn, professor at Dallas Theological Seminary and coauthor of Sanctified Sexuality
"Talking Back to Purity Culture is saturated with gospel truth and clarity that confronts the overwhelmingly legalistic, shaming, and hopeless rubric of purity culture—especially the ways in which it blames young women for the sins of their brothers and fathers. Parents, and especially you moms, it's time to speak the truth to your children about sexuality and to assure your daughters of their worth as created in God's image. I'm thrilled to recommend this wonderful book."
-Elyse Fitzpatrick, author of Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women
"Impeccably researched, gently written, and a timely word for those who grew up kissing dating goodbye, wearing purity rings, attending abstinence rallies, and waiting (perhaps waiting still) for their 'one.' Welcher is deft in her exploration of what went right and what went wrong for the lives of millions of Christians—before marriage and after it—and she is careful in her admonition to future leaders and lovers. A needed and healing work."
-Lore Ferguson Wilbert, author of Handle With Care: How Jesus Redeems the Power of Touch in Life and Ministry
Would You Rather? Made You Think! Edition Answer Hilarious Questions and Win the Game of Wits by Lindsey Daly - Zeitgeist Z Kids
The Powerful Purpose of Introverts Why the World Needs You to Be You by Holley Gerth - Revell
Lead 12 Gospel Principles for Leadership in the Church by Paul David Tripp - Crossway
The church is experiencing a leadership crisis.
What can we do to prevent pastors from leaving the ministry?
For every celebrity pastor exiting the ministry in the spotlight, there are many more lesser-known pastors leaving in the shadows. Pastor and best-selling author Paul David Tripp argues that lurking behind every pastoral failure is the lack of a strong leadership community. Tripp draws on his decades of ministry experience to give churches twelve gospel principles necessary to combat this leadership crisis. Each of these principles, built upon characteristics such as humility, dependency, and accountability, will enable new and experienced leaders alike to focus their attention on the ultimate leadership model: the gospel.
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"Mom What happens to me?! I just can concentrate, it is so hard for me to focus... my mind just likes to travel" My 10yo told me... kind of having fun and kind of being desperate because the pile of homework was overflowing. I have a little artist who needs also to focus.
I thought this book would be a good idea so she wouldn´t feel like she is the only person with that problem (in our house, the rest of us are very good about focusing and being silent working...). The little book has a very useful acrostic that helps children to have in mind what steps they may take to concentrate. The illustrations are cute. It may be fun for a boy or a girl, not only boys deal with that)
F igure our what your job is
O utline the steps
C oncentrate on your job until it´s complete
U se your focus tools
S top only when the job is finished
We learned about the work/brain break cycle.
The author uses the acrostic and fun little anecdotes the boy has to teach these tools to children. At the end of the short book he writes some more ideas for parents and educators if they have children around who need to fix it with focus. This book has not religious references.
“This book is one of the most important works for a pastor, or anyone in a position of authority, to dwell on. Langberg’s work laying out the relationship between power and abuse and contrasting it with how power is exercised in the person and work of Christ is foundational for any leader or ministry desiring to reflect the gospel. This book is a must-read for spiritual leaders and for every Christian as we seek to exhort each other to righteousness and use redemptively whatever authority we have in our own spheres.”—Rachael Denhollander, speaker, victim advocate, and attorney; author of What Is a Girl Worth?
“In this weighty and timely book, Dr. Langberg addresses a topic that too often goes ignored or even dismissed: power. As human beings, we have been given power and that power can be used to serve or to oppress. You will need to read this book with a highlighter and a box of tissues nearby. As a tender and experienced therapist, Langberg writes a book that painfully reveals even as it lovingly heals. Redeeming Power is essential reading for every leader and anyone who wishes to use what power they have to bless and heal in a world that so often curses and wounds.”—Jemar Tisby, New York Times bestselling author of The Color of Compromise
“Redeeming Power should be on the must-read list of every pastor, leader, boss, coach, parent, and educator—anyone interested in learning how to use power to bless, not curse. No stodgy academic language here—she is a woman on fire, and in a manner worthy of the prophets before her, she delivers a call for justice on behalf of those deeply wounded by power wielded in ungodly ways. This book is packed with biblical truths, insight, wisdom, conviction, and instruction for those who have eyes to see and ears to hear. I believe what she has written could change the world if properly applied, because it is straight from the heart of our compassionate God.”—Kay Warren, co-founder, Saddleback Church
“Vintage Diane Langberg! Bold. Challenging. Christ-exalting. Langberg is a strong advocate and voice for the vulnerable and voiceless.”—Tim Clinton, president, American Association of Christian Counselors
“With the clear-eyed assessment of Jeremiah and the courage of Esther, Diane Langberg looks leaders square in the eye and tells the unflinching truth about power. This is difficult truth that every leader needs to know but most work hard to avoid. Be assured that the author’s love for God and his people will lead you down the potentially painful path to where mercy and hope await. How can an author weave together the pain of abuse with the promise of properly leveraged power? Langberg shows you in Redeeming Power. Her relentless pursuit of protecting the powerless is supported by her decades of listening for God’s voice amid victims’ pain, as well as that of the perpetrators, some of whom don’t realize the damage their words and actions produce. May we listen carefully to this prophetic admonition. Langberg’s voice needs to be heard by all of us. For all who hunger for healing and yearn to know how power can be both abused and properly used, this book is for you.”—Robert L. Briggs, president and CEO, American Bible Society
“With immeasurable insight and grace, Dr. Diane Langberg’s Redeeming Power exhorts people, institutions, and nations to wake up, repent, and seek the kingdom of God by looking critically at the imbalances and injustices we have allowed to flourish. If there was ever a time we needed to receive this challenging, life-saving word, it’s now. Thank God for choosing Diane to profess it!”—Jeanne L. Allert, founder and executive director, The Samaritan Women
“This book broke my heart, instructed my soul, and pointed me to the most powerful King-Servant-Healer, who lovingly humbled himself to overcome evil with good. This is an anointed book, reflecting theological sensitivity and egregious life experiences, calling us to steward and reclaim power for its original purpose: human flourishing.”—Ronald A. Matthews, president, Eastern University
“Every now and then you come across a resource that you passionately want to recommend to others because you know its contents are that essential and valuable. Redeeming Power is one of those resources. Diane Langberg helps us see and understand the truths we so often miss, ignore, or explain away because they are shrouded in much deception of self and others. Redeeming Power is a ray of light streaming through systems and hearts darkened by the abuse of authority. Those who read will discover truths that can reveal, free, and heal. Her words honor the voices of victims who have too often been silenced, calling us all away from exploitation and corruption toward compassion and righteousness—toward Jesus himself.”—Wade Mullen, assistant professor and director of the MDiv program, Capital Seminary & Graduate School; author of Something’s Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse—and Freeing Yourself from Its Power
“Diane Langberg has done us all an excellent service with this book. There is currently a desperate need within the church to better understand power dynamics. The cost of the church not fully grasping what power is and how it is appropriately stewarded is too high. I see this regularly as I care for those who have endured both spiritual abuse and racial trauma within the church. This book is profound yet accessible and carries with it the potential to inform and heal. I commend it wholeheartedly to all.”—Kyle J. Howard, Soul Care Provider, Lighting a Path, Inc.
“The most difficult aspect of my profession is seeing the pain and suffering that people can inflict on each other, especially in church and family environments that should be safe and protective. Dr. Langberg has spent decades understanding what the process of healing from personal and systemic trauma looks like. Her book gives a voice to these hurting people who have journeyed from silence and shame to redemptive healing. It is required reading for anyone who seeks substantial training in helping victims of emotional, sexual, physical, and racial trauma find God’s ‘redeeming power’ from the behavioral, psychological, and spiritual consequences of trauma.”—Michael R. Lyles, MD, psychiatrist, speaker, and visiting lecturer
Awaking Wonder Opening Your Child's Heart to the Beauty of Learning by Sally Clarkson - Bethany House
Sally's books, podcast, resources and content in general are always a blessing for me. When I saw this title I knew I needed it. Not just for my children, but for myself. In a world that is full of stress and chaos we need to stop and ponder everything that surrounded us. Sally's ideas will keep you in track to make it. If we are not intentional, days, months and years... Or whole lives can be affected and even wasted. Thank you Sally for being a choice of joy, calm, peace and wonder for us. I think this book could be a great book for moms and parents who need to remember they are raising little miracles. This is a very timely book for this pandemic time when everyone (including the ones who were not interested in homeschoooling their children, must do it. What an inspiring family and book. The only thing you must know is that you must adjust her ideas to your own family, budget and culture. I´ll edit this post later and share some favorite quotes from the book.DescriptionSally, what is your secret? For years, parents worldwide have asked beloved author Sally Clarkson how she and her husband have ignited a love for learning and a deep faith in their children. They want to know how the Clarksons launched their children to live such vibrant, flourishing lives as adults. Awaking Wonder is Sally's answer to those questions. This book is thirty-six years in the making and provides a deep dive into Sally's most profound legacy: nurturing and guiding her four children into a wonder-filled life. If you are idealistic and hopeful about the process of raising your children to be healthy and vibrant, you will find encouragement through the Clarksons' story. If you are exhausted, confused, ill equipped, or unsupported in your journey as a parent, you will find relief through the countless ideas in this book. Awaking Wonder will inspire you, delight you, provide laughter, and bring tears through the heartfelt stories of four lively children and the wondrous life they grew up in together. Journey with Sally toward · cultivating wonder all around you, alongside your children · understanding how to open your children's hearts and minds to the grand design, beauty, and goodness scattered throughout the universe · laying a foundation for spiritual formation and a robust faith in God · nurturing your children to live into their capacity in intellect, faith, and relationships If you long for a holistic, spiritually foundational approach to parenting and education, this is the book you've been waiting for. The companion guide, The Awaking Wonder Experience, will help you apply Sally's principles in life-changing ways. |
