Description
Book SynopsisBeing a parent is one of the greatest joys, privileges, and responsibilities with which God has entrusted us. Sadly, we live in a culture that in many ways diminishes the role of a parent and the task of parenting. Often the not–so–subtle message is that a career or some other avenue of self–realization is superior to the so–called dull and dreary drudgery of raising children.
Andreas and Margaret Kostenberger dig into their experience of raising their own children, inviting you into the vision they cultivated in their family: raising children as a gift from God, to the glory of God.Their book is split into three sections:
– Realistic Parenting – Waking up to the real world of parenting
– Relational Parenting – Loving your children
– Responsible Parenting – Guiding your children towards responsible adulthood
Looking at topics from feeling overwhelmed to fostering your child’s relationship with God, dealing with conflict to equipping them for life, this book is written with warmth and honesty by people who understand.
Andreas and Margaret Kostenberger do not call themselves parenting experts, professional speakers, or professional counselors, but a mom and dad, a Christian couple who believe in mentoring and making disciples. They love God and His Word, and what He says about marriage and the family. This book is written from the perspectives of both parents, working together, reflecting the partnership they believe is so vital to parenenting.
Trade ReviewStriking a wonderful balance between practical advice and theological wisdom, this volume is a must–read for all parents.
-- Michael J. & Melissa B. Kruger (President of RTS Charlotte, and Author of Envy of Eve)
… couples the Kostenbergers’ trademark first–rate scholarship with their hearts for training the next generation to embrace God’s design for parenting.
-- Craig & Theresa Bowen (Pastor, and Founder of A Candle in the Window Hospitality Network)
If you’re a parent looking for guidance on raising children in a Christ–exalting, gospel–centered, biblically–faithful way in everyday life, look no further.
-- Donald S Whitney (Professor of Biblical Spirituality, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky)
In Equipping for Life, you will find an excellent resource to help you whether you are a new parent, a struggling parent, or in need of some fresh insight and encouragement.
-- Josh Moody (Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois)
This book is practical, convicting, and heart–warming — a refreshing blend of realism from life and revelation from God.
-- Stephen Davey
I especially appreciated the emphasis on relationship and the Fatherhood of God. As believers instructed by the gospel, the Köstenbergers show us this in EVERYTHING.
-- J. D. Greear
… covers a whole gamut of issues from infancy to in–laws to education. The authors have been there, done that, and share what they have learned with tact, grace, and care.
-- Robert W. Yarbrough
…an accessible book that is rooted in the Bible and speaks to the practicalities of parenting… Equipping for Life is a first stop for new parents and an important resource for old ones.
-- Joshua D. Chatraw
Equipping for Life presents exegetical and practical wisdom for constructing a biblical home and rearing children in the fear and admonition of the Lord.
-- Jason K. Allen
This book will drive parents more deeply into the Bible in reverence, more deeply toward each other in unity, and more deeply toward their children in love.
-- Dane Ortlund
