Strong character that stands the test of time and circumstances does not develop automatically in children. It happens each day, a little bit at a time. Raising Kids with Character That Lasts shows you how to set and achieve the goals necessary for developing eight essential character traits in your children:
integrity faith a teachable spirit a servant's heart self-discipline joy compassion courage
With refreshing honesty, true stories, and practical examples, John and Susan Yates share how to use your everyday circumstances as opportunities for character development when raising kids.
"Here's a biblical plan for raising secure, loving children--a book you need to read!"--Gary Smalley and John Trent, PhD
"Solid, practical instruction and inspiration for turning houses into homes."--Bill and Lynne Hybels
John Yates and Susan Alexander Yates are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences throughout the country. John is Rector of The Falls Church in Falls Church, Virginia. Susan is the author of several books, including And Then I Had Kids and And Then I Had Teenagers.
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**Poise your children for a life of success
Strong character that stands the test of time and circumstances does not develop automatically in children. It happens each day, a little bit at a time. Raising Kids with Character That Lasts shows you how to set and achieve the goals necessary for developing eight essential character traits in your children:
integrity
faith
a teachable spirit
a servant's heart
self-discipline
joy
compassion
courage
With refreshing honesty, true stories, and practical examples, John and Susan Yates share how to use your everyday circumstances as opportunities for character development when raising kids.
"Here's a biblical plan for raising secure, loving children--a book you need to read!"--Gary Smalley and John Trent, PhD
"Solid, practical instruction and inspiration for turning houses into homes."--Bill and Lynne Hybels
John Yates and Susan Alexander Yates are popular speakers at marriage and parenting conferences throughout the country. John is Rector of The Falls Church in Falls Church, Virginia. Susan is the author of several books, including And Then I Had Kids and And Then I Had Teenagers.