Faith and the Modern Family

Craig Jutila

Description

Today's families are big on commitment but short on time. We are inundated with enticing technology, an abundance of activities, and too many events to count. There doesn't seem to be much family time left, does there? With our schedules overflowing and anxiety weighing us down, how do we find family balance and connect with each other? How do we raise healthy families in the midst of our modern world?In Faith and the Modern Family, Craig Jutila offers sound advice for today's modern family and today's modern parents! Craig will guide you through the steps of setting a healthy life pace for your family, including setting priorities, modeling the behavior you want from your children, and planning for your family's future. Also included are downloadable resources--such as "Four Steps on Your Faith Journey" and "Rules for Maintaining a Healthy Social Media Account"--that you can use again and again.With faith and some expert advice, you can stay connected to your modern family in a healthy way!

Informations

• Publié par: Baker Publishing Group
• Date de parution: 05 mai 2014
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781441266477
• Langue: English

Extrait

PRAISE FOR Faith and the Modern Family
Years ago, parents watched Little House on the Prairie . Today it’s Modern Family . And the book you need to read if you’re a parent in these crazy, modern times is Craig Jutila’s book Faith and the Modern Family —from dealing with bad behavior, to guidance on carving out time for what’s most important; from protecting your child online, to helping them find their purpose and knowing how to get there, help is here. This book is filled with humor, with “I’ve been there” stories that will grab your heart, and with biblical principles that will guide your modern family toward God’s best––even in our “too modern,” broken world.
John Trent, Ph.D.
President and Founder, StrongFamilies.com
I love Craig Jutila, and I love this book. Craig masterfully navigates the fine line between theory (every parent needs good guiding principles) and real-world help. While you’ll find timeless principles in this book, it’s also peppered with timely, practical, just-when-you-need-it advice. The section on knowing how to protect your child online is worth the purchase price alone. You’ll keep this book handy for years to come.
Carey Nieuwhof
Lead Pastor of Connexus Church Author, Leading Change Without Losing It; Coauthor, Parenting Beyond Your Capacity www.careynieuwhof.com
Craig’s book, Faith and the Modern Family, addresses the four areas that families are struggling with the most. In particular, the first section of the book will give every parent a plan to help his or her family live a balanced life together—something that is critically missing in today’s world. If you are a parent who cares about the future of your family, you should definitely read Faith and the Modern Family .
Reggie Joiner
President and Founder, ReThink Group www.whatisorange.com
Craig has a reputation for dealing with the issues that matter most to families … and here he has done it again. This book engages parents at the bedrock of their questions and fears. It offers sound, biblical advice and a no-nonsense approach to application. For anyone who is raising kids in a modern world (or thinking about it), this book is a must-have resource to have in arm’s reach at all times.
Michelle Anthony
Family Ministry Architect, David C. Cook Author and Communicator, www.michelleanthony.org
Once again Craig has hit the ball out of the park with a must-read for every parent. Here’s a book that gives practical answers to how to cultivate true faith in today’s modern family. I appreciate Craig’s honesty and also his willingness to make a difference where it matters the most—at home. This is not only a book to read, but also a book to share with others. If families will apply the principles and insights Craig and Mary give us from their own story, they will find all that God desires for their families.
Jim Wideman
Teacher, Author and Ministry Consultant www.jimwideman.com
I love the insight and practical help for parents who are trying to figure out how to raise kids in today’s busy digital and social world. With wisdom and humor, Craig offers practical steps to help parents navigate this world. Every parent needs a copy of this book.
Sue Miller
Coauthor, Making Your Children’s Ministry the Best Hour of Every Kid’s Week; Creative Team Member, ReThink Group
One of the things I love about Craig and the way he writes is his straightforward, down-to-earth, practical approach. This book is filled with simple and doable ideas that will truly help you establish and raise a healthy family in the modern world in which we live.
Mark Holmen
Author, Faith Begins at Home National and International Consultant and Speaker, Faith at Home Movement www.faithathome.com
Craig continues to be a leading voice on creating healthy parameters for the over-extended family. This book is a must-read for parents navigating the waters of today’s modern world.
Michael Chanley
Creator CMConnect.org Executive Director, International Network of Children’s Ministry www.INCM.org

© 2014 Craig Jutila
Published by Bethany House Publishers 11400 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 www.bethanyhouse.com
Bethany House Publishers is a division of Baker Publishing Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan. www.bakerpublishinggroup.com
Bethany House Publishers edition published 2014
ISBN 978-1-4412-6647-7
Previously published by Regal Books
Ebook edition originally created 2014
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Dedication
This book is dedicated to my family, the most important people in my life: those who breathe life into me, challenge me and understand me the best. They see my weaknesses and love me anyway; they see my mistakes and love me anyway; they see my faults and love me anyway. As a husband and a dad, I am grateful for my family not because of what they do but because of who they are.
To my wife Mary: my high school sweetheart, the love of my life and my soul mate. We have laughed until we have cried and we have cried until we have laughed. Through the ups and downs on the roller coaster of life, there is no one I would rather have next to me than you! You encourage me and you balance me and I love you deeply.
To Alec: You make me laugh and you make me laugh out loud! Sometimes when I am in the car by myself, I will remember something you said and start laughing or smiling. I wish I had your self-esteem when I was in high school. You are both logical and practical and you are making a difference in this world. I can’t wait to see how your influence expands as you continue your journey. I love you.
To Cameron: You help me express empathy and compassion. So many times I have seen you show kindness and reach out to make others feel like they belong. You have taught me to feel deeply and think wisely. God is on the move in your life and I have a front row seat to see what amazing things He is going to do through you. “I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus” (Phil. 1:6, NASB ). I love you.
To Karimy: You help me stand up for what I believe. Your efforts to share Jesus with your friends or invite people to church or serve the poor all come out of your heart. Your desire for others to know Jesus makes me stronger as your dad. Your persistence helps you move forward regardless of the obstacles in your way, and your desire to help others gives you the grace to impact this world in a powerful way. I love you.
Contents
Preface
Introduction: Parenting Your Modern Family
PART 1: What Should I Feed My Time-Starved Kids?
1. Set a Healthy Life Pace
2. Plan Moments of Rest
3. Schedule Uninterrupted Time Together
PART 2: What Should I Do When My Kids Are Rude?
4. Model the Behavior You Want
5. Repeat the Behavior You Want
6. Reinforce the Behavior You Want
PART 3: What Should I Do Now that Virtual Is Reality?
7. Protect Your Child Online
8. Set Digital Boundaries
9. Keep Communication Open
PART 4: What Should I Plan for My Family’s Future?
10. Establish Your Family’s Purpose
11. Determine Your Family’s Priorities
12. Design Your Family’s Process
Final Thought
Additional Resources
Four Steps on Your Faith Journey
Rules for Maintaining a Healthy Social Media Account
Internet Safety Agreement
Cell Phone Responsibility Agreement
Endnotes
Acknowledgments
Preface
The ideas in this book are already impacting families. Use the following link to hear some of the