Peace in the family

We all long for our home to be a sanctuary in a world full of conflict; but the reality for too many families - even Christian ones - is different. For them, home is a place of squabbles among family members, where personal desires clash, and they cannot live in peace.

In Peacemaking for Families, Ken Sande and Tom Raabe show that family conflicts are inevitable and normal, a legacy of our original sin. Using Scripture and stories from family life, the authors offer help and give hope.

Whether it's problems between husband and wife, between parents and children, or between siblings, your family can learn God's principles for peacefully resolving the conflicts that, by nature, are part of every family. You will value these practical and easy-to-remember concepts.

• The seven elements of confession
• The four promises of forgiveness
• Knowing when and how to confront
• Learning to listen
• The "Pause Principle" as a negotiation strategy
• What to do when the other party denies reality
• How to know when it's time to seek third-party help

"Learning to be a peacemaker will help you protect your family from destructive conflicts, deepen your love and intimacy with your spouse, and give your children a solid foundation for life. More importantly, you will be a living testimony to the reconciling power of Jesus Christ in the world." Ken Sande