I am so excited about this book and wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent. This is a very insightful book, in which Rachel Turner seeks to empower and equip parents for the task of helping children of all ages to discover who God is calling them to be. The chapters show parents how they can walk alongside their children to enable them to discover their true identity. The book is clearly grounded in a wealth of experience, as it communicates a loving care and concern for children, combined with an awareness of the realities of life. The advice offered in the book is in no way patronising or blasé, but instead is fresh and thought-provoking. The book is incredibly down-to-earth, practical and easy to read.
The introduction clearly states that this book is not about giving parents even more tasks or pressures to fulfil in their already busy lives, and I loved that. Instead, it seeks to encourage parents to faithfully walk each day with God, allowing our eyes to see beyond what we hope for our children, and to see how God is shaping them. And this is exactly what busy parents need - not more things for the ‘to-do’ list or to add to the guilt trip, but simply encouragement to see our kids in the way that God sees them - as dearly loved individuals who have been created for a purpose. Priced at £7.99, it is a great book to either buy for yourself or as a gift for any parent you know, whether new or experienced. A must-read book!
Sarah Holmes is mum to three pre-school children, and is currently carrying out PhD research exploring the passing on of the Christian faith within the family environment
