Rescue Review, by Kelly Balarie
Posted on April 30, 2015 in Uncategorized
I’m thankful to have Kelly Balarie’s review of Rescue on the blog today! See her full blog post here! Have a wonderful Thursday!
My love, Candy
My love, Candy
When I look in my daughter’s eyes I see an innocent heart. A heart that will likely be swayed by the world, others and life in general. Yet, I want her heart only to be swayed by God. How do I go about this?
How do I help lead her heart to the love of Christ, rather than let the world take it away?
The book, “Rescue” by Candy Gibbs addresses these concerns with powerful insight and encouraging words. Candy, a mom of 3 and the Executive Director of CareNet Pregnancy Centers in Amarillo, has counseled many a mother unsure of how to lead a child’s heart.
While my children are still toddlers, Candy writes about how to reach teens in a drowning culture. But, yes! I need to know about this. There is never a time too early to start learning how to protect, guide and love your child.
I valued the perspective of the “lifeguards,” a group of young adults, who are closely acquainted with the childhood perspective.
These lifeguards taught me that:
How do I help lead her heart to the love of Christ, rather than let the world take it away?
The book, “Rescue” by Candy Gibbs addresses these concerns with powerful insight and encouraging words. Candy, a mom of 3 and the Executive Director of CareNet Pregnancy Centers in Amarillo, has counseled many a mother unsure of how to lead a child’s heart.
While my children are still toddlers, Candy writes about how to reach teens in a drowning culture. But, yes! I need to know about this. There is never a time too early to start learning how to protect, guide and love your child.
I valued the perspective of the “lifeguards,” a group of young adults, who are closely acquainted with the childhood perspective.
These lifeguards taught me that:
– Arguments are sometimes children’s best lessons. Kids walk away learning what you speak when you are mad.
– Boundaries with explanations are the best bet! Yet, seeking to control is a losing deal.
– Christian parents often “direct children away from things they shouldn’t be part of,” rather than directing them towards Christ.
– Many kids respect our parenting decisions, even though in the moment it is hard for them.
Candy offers biblical insight and is not afraid to address hard cultural topics.
Kelly Balarie
Kelly, a fun-loving, spunky, and active mom of two rambunctious toddlers, spends her days pushing swings, changing diapers, and pursuing the Lord with all her heart. Called a “Cheerleader of Faith”, Kelly’s greatest desire is to help women live passionately, purposefully, and unencumbered for the Lord. Read more about Kelly.
