Finally, a Way to Connect Spiritually That You'll BOTH Enjoy!While juggling the kids, work, church, and community commitments, are you and your spouse finding time to connect? When was the last time you had a good talk about faith or did a devotional together?To help you jump-start deeper connections, four marriage experts have come up with 10 creative date ideas, each centered on a spiritual theme, including·Appreciating your differences·Experiencing God together·Facing the storms of life·Connecting through prayerWith the planning taken care of--including flexible suggestions for before, during, and after the date--you and your spouse can simply enjoy the time sharing what's important in life.Download a free leader's guide for small groups at 10greatdates.org. "Finally, here is a book that helps couples connect spiritually, and all in the fun format of Great Dates. I highly recommend this book for couples, small groups, and churches who want to strengthen and build godly marriages."--Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The 5 Love Languages"This book goes beyond spending time together. It offers guidance on deepening an emotional and spiritual bond. Each exercise provides insight and opportunities to authentically know and be known in new ways, bringing honor to one another and glory to God."--Gayle DiMartino, marriage ministry director, Willow Creek Community Church"This book is both practical and fun. It gives couples tangible ways to grow together spiritually all in the fun, guilt-free format of great dates. The Larsons and Arps have done the work. All you need to do is carve out time for your 10 Great Dates!"--Gary Smalley, author of The DNA of Relationships"Don't settle for an individual faith walk when connecting spiritually as a couple could transform your marriage. This book provides an effective road map for couples who want to journey together."--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, #1 New York Times authors of The Good Fight"This wonderfully written book takes what often is an elusive and mysterious discipline for couples and provides 10 life-building opportunities to move past the mundane of life and get to what really matters. Experience it!"--Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and coauthor of The Remarriage Checkup"Few things possess the potential to add to the overall satisfaction and meaning of marriage like really connecting spiritually. The Larsons and the Arps do an amazing job of gracefully and playfully helping us walk together toward fulfilling our deepest longings and desires."--Robert Paul, co-president, National Institute of Marriage"With its focus on spiritual intimacy, this book is a refreshing change from the standard marriage materials on emotional and physical connection. The Larsons and Arps have provided us with an amazing resource."--Shawn Stoever, PhD, senior director, WinShape Foundation"This book will refresh your marriage. You can't beat the life-changing content, 10 meaningful dates, and the wisdom of some of America's finest marriage experts."--Jim and Cathy Burns, authors of Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together; speakers at Creating an Intimate Marriage seminars

Create Big Romance on a Small BudgetTired of the usual dinner-and-a-movie dates? Looking for new ways to connect with your spouse? Energize your marriage by getting out of your normal routine with the help of these 52 creative date ideas. From outdoor dates to out-on-the-town dates, you and your spouse will have no trouble finding the perfect date that fits your mood--all on a $10 budget!See for yourself how new experiences can help you bond together and nurture your relationship. Which of these will be the first of your Great Dates?·Time Travel Great Date·Moonlight/Sunrise Great Date·Bucket List Great Date·Surprise Me! Great DateEach date includes easy preparation suggestions, tips for the date, talking points to enhance your conversations, and a Great Date takeaway. What are you waiting for?

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Daughter ConversationsYour daughter is growing up. There are so many issues she'll face, such as body image, confusion about relationships, and taking ownership of her spiritual life. How do you connect with her on the things that are important to both of you? This structured approach to conversations and activities with your girl will make it easier to have those memorable times together. You'll find practical ways to encourage her in her faith, talk about the challenges she faces in school and with friends, and remind her that you love her dearly.

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Son ConversationsDo you know what your son really thinks about girls, school, God, his future? It's not easy to be sure, is it? Boys aren't known for being great communicators, especially entering their teen years. How do you connect with him on the things that are important to both of you? Based on tried-and-true parenting wisdom, this book shares fun, thoughtful questions and talking points that lead to meaningful, natural conversations about· physical and emotional changes your son is facing· staying pure in an oversexualized culture· using social media responsibly· and much moreThis structured approach offers practical ways to bond with your son and encourage him in his faith, talk about the challenges he faces in school and with friends, and show him that you love him dearly before he enters the turbulent teen years.

You can enrich your relationship and create years of special memories with the fun and creative dates inside this book. Here are a couple of examples: Put on your black tie or evening gown and grab the picnic basket for an evening under the stars. Order take out, turn on the answering machine, and just relax and enjoy each other.52 Fantastic Dates for You and Your Mate is a wonderful tool for those who want to make their marriage come alive with fun, laughter, and good times together. "Will dating make a difference in your marriage?" ask the authors. "Our answer is an emphatic 'Yes!'"

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Daughter ConversationsYour daughter is growing up. There are so many issues she''ll face, such as body image, confusion about relationships, and taking ownership of her spiritual life. How do you connect with her on the things that are important to both of you? This structured approach to conversations and activities with your girl will make it easier to have those memorable times together. You''ll find practical ways to encourage her in her faith, talk about the challenges she faces in school and with friends, and remind her that you love her dearly.

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Son ConversationsDo you know what your son really thinks about girls, school, God, his future? It''s not easy to be sure, is it? Boys aren''t known for being great communicators, especially entering their teen years. How do you connect with him on the things that are important to both of you? Based on tried-and-true parenting wisdom, this book shares fun, thoughtful questions and talking points that lead to meaningful, natural conversations about· physical and emotional changes your son is facing· staying pure in an oversexualized culture· using social media responsibly· and much moreThis structured approach offers practical ways to bond with your son and encourage him in his faith, talk about the challenges he faces in school and with friends, and show him that you love him dearly before he enters the turbulent teen years.

Finally, a Way to Connect Spiritually That You''ll BOTH Enjoy!While juggling the kids, work, church, and community commitments, are you and your spouse finding time to connect? When was the last time you had a good talk about faith or did a devotional together?To help you jump-start deeper connections, four marriage experts have come up with 10 creative date ideas, each centered on a spiritual theme, including·Appreciating your differences·Experiencing God together·Facing the storms of life·Connecting through prayerWith the planning taken care of--including flexible suggestions for before, during, and after the date--you and your spouse can simply enjoy the time sharing what''s important in life.Download a free leader''s guide for small groups at 10greatdates.org. "Finally, here is a book that helps couples connect spiritually, and all in the fun format of Great Dates. I highly recommend this book for couples, small groups, and churches who want to strengthen and build godly marriages."--Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The 5 Love Languages"This book goes beyond spending time together. It offers guidance on deepening an emotional and spiritual bond. Each exercise provides insight and opportunities to authentically know and be known in new ways, bringing honor to one another and glory to God."--Gayle DiMartino, marriage ministry director, Willow Creek Community Church"This book is both practical and fun. It gives couples tangible ways to grow together spiritually all in the fun, guilt-free format of great dates. The Larsons and Arps have done the work. All you need to do is carve out time for your 10 Great Dates!"--Gary Smalley, author of The DNA of Relationships"Don''t settle for an individual faith walk when connecting spiritually as a couple could transform your marriage. This book provides an effective road map for couples who want to journey together."--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, #1 New York Times authors of The Good Fight"This wonderfully written book takes what often is an elusive and mysterious discipline for couples and provides 10 life-building opportunities to move past the mundane of life and get to what really matters. Experience it!"--Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and coauthor of The Remarriage Checkup"Few things possess the potential to add to the overall satisfaction and meaning of marriage like really connecting spiritually. The Larsons and the Arps do an amazing job of gracefully and playfully helping us walk together toward fulfilling our deepest longings and desires."--Robert Paul, co-president, National Institute of Marriage"With its focus on spiritual intimacy, this book is a refreshing change from the standard marriage materials on emotional and physical connection. The Larsons and Arps have provided us with an amazing resource."--Shawn Stoever, PhD, senior director, WinShape Foundation"This book will refresh your marriage. You can''t beat the life-changing content, 10 meaningful dates, and the wisdom of some of America''s finest marriage experts."--Jim and Cathy Burns, authors of Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together; speakers at Creating an Intimate Marriage seminars

Create Big Romance on a Small BudgetTired of the usual dinner-and-a-movie dates? Looking for new ways to connect with your spouse? Energize your marriage by getting out of your normal routine with the help of these 52 creative date ideas. From outdoor dates to out-on-the-town dates, you and your spouse will have no trouble finding the perfect date that fits your mood--all on a $10 budget!See for yourself how new experiences can help you bond together and nurture your relationship. Which of these will be the first of your Great Dates?·Time Travel Great Date·Moonlight/Sunrise Great Date·Bucket List Great Date·Surprise Me! Great DateEach date includes easy preparation suggestions, tips for the date, talking points to enhance your conversations, and a Great Date takeaway. What are you waiting for?

Kinder werden heute schneller "groß" als noch vor einer Generation. Die ersten dunklen Wolken des heraufziehenden Sturms Pubertät können sich schon bemerkbar machen, wenn die Kinder gerade mal im zweiten Schuljahr sind. Das Alter zwischen 9 und 13 gilt als die "übersehenen Jahre" – Zeiten, in denen Kinder noch als pflegeleicht gelten und keine allzu großen Erziehungsbemühungen herausfordern. Hatten wir gedacht.Für Kinder sind diese "Lückenjahre" eine herausfordernde Zeit. Denn sie bewegen sich in einem Zwischenland zwischen der Geborgenheit der Kindheit und der verlockenden, aber auch verunsichernden Welt der Heranwachsenden. Unvorhergesehene Stimmungsausraster oder Zickigkeiten können da schon mal vorkommen. Handystress, Mobbing in der Schule, Diskussionen über Outfit und Freizeitaktivitäten … Das kann auch Eltern verunsichern.Wie können Sie als Eltern Ihr Kind in dieser herausfordernden Zeit verstehen und gut begleiten? Wie können Sie Gelassenheit bewahren, auch wenn schon mal die Fetzen fliegen oder Ihr Kind sich vor Ihnen verschließt?Dieses Buch setzt auf den Beziehungsfaktor. Und verrät, wie Sie Ihrem Kind die nötige Geborgenheit und die nötige Freiheit geben, damit es den Übergang ins Jugendalter selbstbewusst meistert.

Der neue Erziehungs-Ratgeber der Bestseller-Autoren Claudia und David Arp für Eltern willensstarker Kleinkinder und Schul-KinderKindererziehung ist immer eine Herausforderung. Aber manche Kinder fordern ihre Eltern in besonderer Weise: temperamentvolle, willensstarke kleine Energiebündel, die immer "mit dem Kopf durch die Wand" wollen. Wie können Sie als Vater oder Mutter Ihr gefühlsstarkes Kind begleiten, ohne permanent über Ihre eigenen Kräfte zu gehen?In ihrem neuen Erziehungsratgeber erklären Claudia und David Arp, dass in den schwierigen Verhaltensweisen Ihres Kindes Botschaften stecken. Wie Sie diese verstehen und beantworten können, zeigen die Bestsellerautoren mit viel Feingefühl und Kompetenz. Die praktischen Hilfestellungen werden nicht nur für Ihr Kind gut sein, sondern auch Sie selbst entlasten!Neue Themen der aktualisierten Ausgabe:- Umgang mit Bildschirmmedien- Schulstress, Konkurrenzkampf, Mobbingu.v.m.

Finally, a Way to Connect Spiritually That You'll BOTH Enjoy!While juggling the kids, work, church, and community commitments, are you and your spouse finding time to connect? When was the last time you had a good talk about faith or did a devotional together?To help you jump-start deeper connections, four marriage experts have come up with 10 creative date ideas, each centered on a spiritual theme, including·Appreciating your differences·Experiencing God together·Facing the storms of life·Connecting through prayerWith the planning taken care of--including flexible suggestions for before, during, and after the date--you and your spouse can simply enjoy the time sharing what's important in life.Download a free leader's guide for small groups at 10greatdates.org. "Finally, here is a book that helps couples connect spiritually, and all in the fun format of Great Dates. I highly recommend this book for couples, small groups, and churches who want to strengthen and build godly marriages."--Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The 5 Love Languages"This book goes beyond spending time together. It offers guidance on deepening an emotional and spiritual bond. Each exercise provides insight and opportunities to authentically know and be known in new ways, bringing honor to one another and glory to God."--Gayle DiMartino, marriage ministry director, Willow Creek Community Church"This book is both practical and fun. It gives couples tangible ways to grow together spiritually all in the fun, guilt-free format of great dates. The Larsons and Arps have done the work. All you need to do is carve out time for your 10 Great Dates!"--Gary Smalley, author of The DNA of Relationships"Don't settle for an individual faith walk when connecting spiritually as a couple could transform your marriage. This book provides an effective road map for couples who want to journey together."--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, #1 New York Times authors of The Good Fight"This wonderfully written book takes what often is an elusive and mysterious discipline for couples and provides 10 life-building opportunities to move past the mundane of life and get to what really matters. Experience it!"--Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and coauthor of The Remarriage Checkup"Few things possess the potential to add to the overall satisfaction and meaning of marriage like really connecting spiritually. The Larsons and the Arps do an amazing job of gracefully and playfully helping us walk together toward fulfilling our deepest longings and desires."--Robert Paul, co-president, National Institute of Marriage"With its focus on spiritual intimacy, this book is a refreshing change from the standard marriage materials on emotional and physical connection. The Larsons and Arps have provided us with an amazing resource."--Shawn Stoever, PhD, senior director, WinShape Foundation"This book will refresh your marriage. You can't beat the life-changing content, 10 meaningful dates, and the wisdom of some of America's finest marriage experts."--Jim and Cathy Burns, authors of Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together; speakers at Creating an Intimate Marriage seminars

Create Big Romance on a Small BudgetTired of the usual dinner-and-a-movie dates? Looking for new ways to connect with your spouse? Energize your marriage by getting out of your normal routine with the help of these 52 creative date ideas. From outdoor dates to out-on-the-town dates, you and your spouse will have no trouble finding the perfect date that fits your mood--all on a $10 budget!See for yourself how new experiences can help you bond together and nurture your relationship. Which of these will be the first of your Great Dates?·Time Travel Great Date·Moonlight/Sunrise Great Date·Bucket List Great Date·Surprise Me! Great DateEach date includes easy preparation suggestions, tips for the date, talking points to enhance your conversations, and a Great Date takeaway. What are you waiting for?

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Daughter ConversationsYour daughter is growing up. There are so many issues she'll face, such as body image, confusion about relationships, and taking ownership of her spiritual life. How do you connect with her on the things that are important to both of you? This structured approach to conversations and activities with your girl will make it easier to have those memorable times together. You'll find practical ways to encourage her in her faith, talk about the challenges she faces in school and with friends, and remind her that you love her dearly.

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Son ConversationsDo you know what your son really thinks about girls, school, God, his future? It's not easy to be sure, is it? Boys aren't known for being great communicators, especially entering their teen years. How do you connect with him on the things that are important to both of you? Based on tried-and-true parenting wisdom, this book shares fun, thoughtful questions and talking points that lead to meaningful, natural conversations about· physical and emotional changes your son is facing· staying pure in an oversexualized culture· using social media responsibly· and much moreThis structured approach offers practical ways to bond with your son and encourage him in his faith, talk about the challenges he faces in school and with friends, and show him that you love him dearly before he enters the turbulent teen years.

You can enrich your relationship and create years of special memories with the fun and creative dates inside this book. Here are a couple of examples: Put on your black tie or evening gown and grab the picnic basket for an evening under the stars. Order take out, turn on the answering machine, and just relax and enjoy each other.52 Fantastic Dates for You and Your Mate is a wonderful tool for those who want to make their marriage come alive with fun, laughter, and good times together. "Will dating make a difference in your marriage?" ask the authors. "Our answer is an emphatic 'Yes!'"

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Daughter ConversationsYour daughter is growing up. There are so many issues she''ll face, such as body image, confusion about relationships, and taking ownership of her spiritual life. How do you connect with her on the things that are important to both of you? This structured approach to conversations and activities with your girl will make it easier to have those memorable times together. You''ll find practical ways to encourage her in her faith, talk about the challenges she faces in school and with friends, and remind her that you love her dearly.

A Guide to Meaningful Parent-Son ConversationsDo you know what your son really thinks about girls, school, God, his future? It''s not easy to be sure, is it? Boys aren''t known for being great communicators, especially entering their teen years. How do you connect with him on the things that are important to both of you? Based on tried-and-true parenting wisdom, this book shares fun, thoughtful questions and talking points that lead to meaningful, natural conversations about· physical and emotional changes your son is facing· staying pure in an oversexualized culture· using social media responsibly· and much moreThis structured approach offers practical ways to bond with your son and encourage him in his faith, talk about the challenges he faces in school and with friends, and show him that you love him dearly before he enters the turbulent teen years.

Finally, a Way to Connect Spiritually That You''ll BOTH Enjoy!While juggling the kids, work, church, and community commitments, are you and your spouse finding time to connect? When was the last time you had a good talk about faith or did a devotional together?To help you jump-start deeper connections, four marriage experts have come up with 10 creative date ideas, each centered on a spiritual theme, including·Appreciating your differences·Experiencing God together·Facing the storms of life·Connecting through prayerWith the planning taken care of--including flexible suggestions for before, during, and after the date--you and your spouse can simply enjoy the time sharing what''s important in life.Download a free leader''s guide for small groups at 10greatdates.org. "Finally, here is a book that helps couples connect spiritually, and all in the fun format of Great Dates. I highly recommend this book for couples, small groups, and churches who want to strengthen and build godly marriages."--Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The 5 Love Languages"This book goes beyond spending time together. It offers guidance on deepening an emotional and spiritual bond. Each exercise provides insight and opportunities to authentically know and be known in new ways, bringing honor to one another and glory to God."--Gayle DiMartino, marriage ministry director, Willow Creek Community Church"This book is both practical and fun. It gives couples tangible ways to grow together spiritually all in the fun, guilt-free format of great dates. The Larsons and Arps have done the work. All you need to do is carve out time for your 10 Great Dates!"--Gary Smalley, author of The DNA of Relationships"Don''t settle for an individual faith walk when connecting spiritually as a couple could transform your marriage. This book provides an effective road map for couples who want to journey together."--Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, #1 New York Times authors of The Good Fight"This wonderfully written book takes what often is an elusive and mysterious discipline for couples and provides 10 life-building opportunities to move past the mundane of life and get to what really matters. Experience it!"--Ron L. Deal, author of The Smart Stepfamily and coauthor of The Remarriage Checkup"Few things possess the potential to add to the overall satisfaction and meaning of marriage like really connecting spiritually. The Larsons and the Arps do an amazing job of gracefully and playfully helping us walk together toward fulfilling our deepest longings and desires."--Robert Paul, co-president, National Institute of Marriage"With its focus on spiritual intimacy, this book is a refreshing change from the standard marriage materials on emotional and physical connection. The Larsons and Arps have provided us with an amazing resource."--Shawn Stoever, PhD, senior director, WinShape Foundation"This book will refresh your marriage. You can''t beat the life-changing content, 10 meaningful dates, and the wisdom of some of America''s finest marriage experts."--Jim and Cathy Burns, authors of Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together; speakers at Creating an Intimate Marriage seminars

Create Big Romance on a Small BudgetTired of the usual dinner-and-a-movie dates? Looking for new ways to connect with your spouse? Energize your marriage by getting out of your normal routine with the help of these 52 creative date ideas. From outdoor dates to out-on-the-town dates, you and your spouse will have no trouble finding the perfect date that fits your mood--all on a $10 budget!See for yourself how new experiences can help you bond together and nurture your relationship. Which of these will be the first of your Great Dates?·Time Travel Great Date·Moonlight/Sunrise Great Date·Bucket List Great Date·Surprise Me! Great DateEach date includes easy preparation suggestions, tips for the date, talking points to enhance your conversations, and a Great Date takeaway. What are you waiting for?

Kinder werden heute schneller "groß" als noch vor einer Generation. Die ersten dunklen Wolken des heraufziehenden Sturms Pubertät können sich schon bemerkbar machen, wenn die Kinder gerade mal im zweiten Schuljahr sind. Das Alter zwischen 9 und 13 gilt als die "übersehenen Jahre" – Zeiten, in denen Kinder noch als pflegeleicht gelten und keine allzu großen Erziehungsbemühungen herausfordern. Hatten wir gedacht.Für Kinder sind diese "Lückenjahre" eine herausfordernde Zeit. Denn sie bewegen sich in einem Zwischenland zwischen der Geborgenheit der Kindheit und der verlockenden, aber auch verunsichernden Welt der Heranwachsenden. Unvorhergesehene Stimmungsausraster oder Zickigkeiten können da schon mal vorkommen. Handystress, Mobbing in der Schule, Diskussionen über Outfit und Freizeitaktivitäten … Das kann auch Eltern verunsichern.Wie können Sie als Eltern Ihr Kind in dieser herausfordernden Zeit verstehen und gut begleiten? Wie können Sie Gelassenheit bewahren, auch wenn schon mal die Fetzen fliegen oder Ihr Kind sich vor Ihnen verschließt?Dieses Buch setzt auf den Beziehungsfaktor. Und verrät, wie Sie Ihrem Kind die nötige Geborgenheit und die nötige Freiheit geben, damit es den Übergang ins Jugendalter selbstbewusst meistert.

Der neue Erziehungs-Ratgeber der Bestseller-Autoren Claudia und David Arp für Eltern willensstarker Kleinkinder und Schul-KinderKindererziehung ist immer eine Herausforderung. Aber manche Kinder fordern ihre Eltern in besonderer Weise: temperamentvolle, willensstarke kleine Energiebündel, die immer "mit dem Kopf durch die Wand" wollen. Wie können Sie als Vater oder Mutter Ihr gefühlsstarkes Kind begleiten, ohne permanent über Ihre eigenen Kräfte zu gehen?In ihrem neuen Erziehungsratgeber erklären Claudia und David Arp, dass in den schwierigen Verhaltensweisen Ihres Kindes Botschaften stecken. Wie Sie diese verstehen und beantworten können, zeigen die Bestsellerautoren mit viel Feingefühl und Kompetenz. Die praktischen Hilfestellungen werden nicht nur für Ihr Kind gut sein, sondern auch Sie selbst entlasten!Neue Themen der aktualisierten Ausgabe:- Umgang mit Bildschirmmedien- Schulstress, Konkurrenzkampf, Mobbingu.v.m.