Love-Centered Parenting
- Christian Living
- Marriage, Family & Relationships
- Publisher: Bethany House (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2021
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Publisher's Description
Do you worry that you're messing up your kids? Do you get stressed when you think about their futures? New York Times bestselling author Crystal Paine knows how you feel. A mom of four, Crystal has struggled with anxiety over parenting. She wanted to parent with grace, instead of a system of rules where kids are expected to do all the right things. She wanted to be a safe place for her children, and she definitely didn't want to be remembered as the sort of mom who yelled, wounded her kids with words, or worse, cared more about her reputation than her kids' hearts. In this book, Crystal shares the life-changing lessons that God has been teaching her about raising kids with love and grace. In Love-Centered Parenting, Crystal will· reveal the no-fail secret to launching your kids· uncover the root of why we often feel so frustrated and irritated with our kids· share the four most important choices we can make as parents· give you the tools to keep going when you want to give up· help you get your kids to talk to youIt is possible to parent from a place of freedom and rest, giving your kids what they truly need to thrive in this world.
Endorsements (19)
“In reading this book, I’m struck by the way Crystal speaks the truth with vast amounts of both humility and love. Her voice reminds you that you’re not alone in your fears or your failures. Love-Centered Parenting will not only help you give yourself grace, but help you cling to the grace of Christ in a way that will make you a better—and freer—parent.”
“Love-Centered Parenting is a book that belongs on every parent’s bedside table. What makes this book so powerful and unique is that Crystal writes honestly and humbly from her own experience of growing from a mama who thought she had to get it all right to a mama who’s learned to trust the transforming power of God’s grace in her kids’ lives. Love-Centered Parenting will inspire you to rest in your freedom in Christ and empower you to reflect God’s heart to your kids.”
“Full of real-life examples and practical steps to take toward change, Love-Centered Parenting is the go-to guide for every mom who feels lost in motherhood. With heartfelt humility and vulnerability, Crystal gives us permission to not have it all together and ultimately points us to the One who does. I really love this book!”
“If you’re at the end of your rope . . . if you’ve done everything right and it’s still all wrong . . . if you’re ready for a full pivot from what has been to what can be . . . this is your book. Crystal’s honest, brave story of redemption, and the God who brings beauty from ashes, will reshape and challenge the way you think about parenting. This is a must-read for real parents who need real help.”
“Love-Centered Parenting is about parenting with humility—and since humility brings wisdom, it’s what every parent needs! By bravely sharing her story and what God revealed during a dark season, Crystal gives hope to moms who desire stronger relationships and healthier dynamics at home. Crystal’s advice is practical, timeless, and Christ centered. This beautiful love story about a mother’s personal journey will inspire you to generously give grace and love your children well!”
“What if we parented knowing we are loved and set free? Crystal not only asks readers that question but relays how it’s possible as she vulnerably shares relatable stories from her own parenting journey. You’ll find yourself implementing the shared strategies before you even turn the last page.”
“The message Crystal shares in this book was exactly what I needed to hear right now as a mom of four little ones. It touched me deeply, brought me to tears at times, and ultimately left me feeling encouraged and equipped with godly, practical wisdom for my parenting journey. I highly recommend this book and will be rereading it for sure.”
“As a mom of eight kids, I have read countless formula-centered parenting books only to be disappointed in the results. Through heartfelt, personal experiences, Crystal takes us right back to Scripture to remind us who we are in Christ first, so we are free to pursue the heart of love-centered parenting.”
“Love-Centered Parenting is encouraging and powerful and has caused me to reevaluate how I am raising my children. Crystal explains the changes she made in an eloquent and easy-to-understand manner. She has given me hope that I can make similar changes and grow closer to my children.”
“Jones Real Estate Professionals; mother of two “In Love-Centered Parenting, through the lens of growing in our own relationship with Christ, Crystal pulls from her parenting experiences and shares a wealth of practical wisdom that will challenge your perspective on what it looks like to lavishly love your children! A needed and impactful message for any parent!”
“Crystal’s journey of parenting through love and grace will bring you to tears. Both of sorrow and joy. Parenting is hard, but with the many tools she has laid out so beautifully this book will leave you ready to take it on with passion!”
“Raw, vulnerable, and beautifully crafted, Love-Centered Parenting instills a feeling of hope for parents who are tired or feel like they don’t measure up. Crystal walks hand in hand with us and teaches how to parent from a place of love as we learn to parent alongside Jesus Christ.”
“While reading this book, I never felt judged. Instead, I felt loved. I felt seen, heard, and empowered. Crystal opens her heart up in a vulnerable and heart-wrenching way that only another mama can. This book is truly the best gift you could give to a parent in your life.”
“Refreshing is the best way to describe Love-Centered Parenting. Crystal blesses others by encouraging them through her honesty and heartfelt lessons as a mom. Parenting for my kids and not my reputation, along with her sharing how to lean in and love our kids has blessed me beyond measure.”
“As a severe–food-allergy mom, this book has been a life changer. Crystal shared truth and encouragement through relatable and raw personal stories. I found myself saying, ‘Same here!’ again and again, which inspired me to put her thoughts into action in my parenting and life. It’s a must-read!”
“I wish I had read this book when my kids were younger, but there are plenty of practical tips reassuring me that I can still make real improvements in my relationships with my kids. I appreciate Crystal’s faith-based, practical encouragement and storytelling throughout.”
“Crystal masterfully uses her vulnerable story to help us parent from a place of love-centered rest, rather than performance-based stress. Filled with practical tools and heartfelt encouragement, this is the book I wish I had read when my four adult children were babies.”
“Do you remember bringing home your first baby from the hospital and thinking, ‘Now what?’ There is no one-size-fits-all strategy for raising good kids. But in this guide, Crystal offers sound advice and practical strategies for loving and guiding your children well through relationship rather than rules.”
“Crystal has done a beautiful job diving into what our job as parents should be, not what we think it should be. Her breakdown of ways we can be love centered in our parenting and sharing what that looks like for her and her family is an invaluable gift!”
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