In total the book contains twenty-two chapters that are split into four parts:
- Part One: Covenantal Foundations for Parenting
- Part Two: Parenting as Prophets, Priests, and Kings
- Part Three: Practical Steps for Child-Rearing
- Part Four: Practical Helps for Teenagers
Part One begins with the explanation of the covenant God made with Abraham in Genesis after he had fallen into a deep sleep. The idea is to remind parents that ultimately anything that is accomplished with your children is only through the grace of God. The idea is to walk by faith, finding your rest in the God who keeps his covenants. Also included in part one is the admonition to live out your faith actively in the home- to not only talk about Christ to your children but to also show them your obedience to Christ.
Part Two breaks down a parents responsibility in regard to raising their children in a Christ-centered home. The first responsibility is as prophet- to teach them the word of God, the second is as priest- to pray for them, and the third as king- to help children understand the God-given authority a parent has to instruct them. Every other chapter in Part Two is a further explanation of these concepts along with practical advice for living these ideas out in the home.
Part Three contains the Biblical roles of husband, wife, and children in the home. The author also mentions the importance of teaching children the importance of piety, how to listen, and taming the tongue. Also included in part three is advice on nurturing sibling relationships.
Part Four is meant for children who are older and in a position to begin making their own decisions. It begins with the importance of the child discovering for themselves God's will. Other topics mentioned are peer pressure and anger.
The book itself is an extremely thorough explanation of the role of covenant theology in parenting, as well as, a lot of practical advice for daily living.
Part Two breaks down a parents responsibility in regard to raising their children in a Christ-centered home. The first responsibility is as prophet- to teach them the word of God, the second is as priest- to pray for them, and the third as king- to help children understand the God-given authority a parent has to instruct them. Every other chapter in Part Two is a further explanation of these concepts along with practical advice for living these ideas out in the home.
Part Three contains the Biblical roles of husband, wife, and children in the home. The author also mentions the importance of teaching children the importance of piety, how to listen, and taming the tongue. Also included in part three is advice on nurturing sibling relationships.
Part Four is meant for children who are older and in a position to begin making their own decisions. It begins with the importance of the child discovering for themselves God's will. Other topics mentioned are peer pressure and anger.
The book itself is an extremely thorough explanation of the role of covenant theology in parenting, as well as, a lot of practical advice for daily living.
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