A team of family educators has joined forces to explain positive discipline and communication techniques that willhelp your family run more smoothly. Christian Active Parenting combines the wisdom of the Bible with the time-tested Active Parenting approach to give youthe strength and skills neededto raise upstanding children. Millions of parents have used this "active" approach to raise courageous, cooperative children and now you can, too This Parent s Guide shows you: .Why children misbehave and how to redirect them .Non-violent discipline guided by God's love .The Biblical tradition of encouragement .Opening up the lines of communication with your children before the challenging teen years .The importance of spending quite time with God .Introducing Bible reading to your children .Overcoming anger through the word of God .How to prevent problems with drugs, alcohol, violence, and sex .Christian influences on your child's life .How to stop scolding and start smiling with your kids "