The Shaping of a Christian Family, Elisabeth Elliot
The Shaping of a Christian Family, Elisabeth Elliot
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The Shaping of a Christian Family
How My Parents Nurtured My Faith

Author: Elisabeth Elliot

Narrator: Elisabeth Martin

Unabridged: 7 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/26/2023

Synopsis

Parenting in today's world can feel like an uphill battle. How do we guide our children through the social and spiritual minefields of our culture? How do we make sure that they are ready when they leave the nest? And how do we trust God to watch over them as they do?

In this classic book, beloved author Elisabeth Elliot reveals cherished memories and valuable insights she gathered from her experiences growing up in a Christian home. Through the stories of her parents, grandparents, and siblings, Elliot extols the importance of obedience, prayer, trust, courtesy, and forgiveness, among many other lessons she learned as a child.

The Shaping of a Christian Family is an inspiring book for new and experienced parents, grandparents, and all who have come to trust Elliot's compassionate wisdom.

This book is read by Elisabeth Elliot’s granddaughter and namesake, Elisabeth Shepard Martin.

About The Author

Elisabeth Elliot (1926-2015) was one of the most perceptive and popular Christian writers of the last century. The author of more than twenty books, including Passion and Purity, The Journals of Jim Elliot, and These Strange Ashes, Elliot offered guidance and encouragement to millions of readers worldwide. For more information about Elisabeth's books, visit ElisabethElliot.org.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Cheyenne on May 16, 2022

I was so sad when this ended because I wanted it continue! Such an encouraging read for those desiring to raise up a Godly family.......more

Goodreads review by Bob on July 18, 2012

This book wasn't what I was expecting: It's mostly Elisabeth Elliot's parents' biography, interspersed with parenting advice. The biography part was okay, but since it wasn't what I was expecting I was a little disappointed that it took so much of the book. The parenting advice was good, but kind of......more

Goodreads review by Camy on November 10, 2016

This is the second time reading this book for me. After years of busily raising a large family and getting a caught up in the hurried matters of daily life, a review of the principles of a truly peaceful home are in order for me. This books strips away the extras and gets right down to the foundatio......more

Goodreads review by Bambi on January 09, 2018

This is my second, perhaps third, reading of this book. It greatly shaped me when my oldest children were small. When I met Elisabeth Elliot in 2002, she signed my copy of this book that God has used so powerfully in my life. It’s a very special book and a wonderful way to end 2017. God be praised f......more

Goodreads review by Kylee on August 06, 2024

A quiet, faithful little family story. I took lots of notes and will be re-reading this at some point!......more

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