Five Signs of a Loving Family

This was an excellent book. The views presented make perfect sense. I see how others express love and understand better when others are showing love for me. Bought this for both of my brothers after reading it. Well done and enjoyable.

The three chapters about Intimacy are probably the best in the book. It defines what intimacy is: Being able to look into another person and allowing the other person to look into your soul, without being judgemental or critical. It describes several kinds of intimacy: Intelectual, social, spiritual and sexual. These are the bonds that mantain a marriage together. The book has a section with practical exercises for couples to learn how to develop each one of the categories of intimacy described in the book. I had never read any source that expains this issue with such clarity. It has a very simple and practical application for the couple who wants to regain or reinforce their emotional connection.

I thought this book was good for understanding family dynamics. It gives you some good guidelines for identifying what a healthy family looks like. As a wife/mother-to-be, I got a realistic view of family life and what makes it work and not work. Good & Easy read. Not too preachy.

Ten bucks doesn't seem to be enough! I am always searching for great material on the family and I have found a resource I will use over and over again. As the pastor of a contemporary church, I am continually faced with contemporary social problems - like the disintegration of the family. Dr. Gary Chapman does a great job of tackling the huge and broad arena of family relationships. I don't want to give away the entire book, but here are the five signs (maybe it will whet your appetite): 1. An Attitude of Service 2. Intimacy Between Husband and Wife 3. Parents Who Teach and Train 4. Children Who Obey and Honor Parents 5. Husbands Who Are Loving LeadersIf your family needs a boost, order this book! If I could afford it (and if I knew they would read it), I would buy a copy for every family I know.