Elisabeth Elliot uses the history of her own upbringing in the Howard family to illustrate a blueprint for a Christ-centered home. She focuses on the implementation of specific spiritual disciplines, such as morning family altars, strict obedience to parental authority, and the preservation of traditional gender roles. The book outlines how her parents created an environment of order and formality, emphasizing that a child’s security stems from clear boundaries and a parent’s submission to God. Elliot details how daily habits, including shared meals and the memorization of scripture, build a foundation for private character and public service.
This book is for Christian parents and newlyweds who want a structured, traditional approach to domestic life. Readers seek practical examples of how to integrate biblical commands into mundane household routines. They walk away with concrete methods for establishing discipline, fostering sibling loyalty, and maintaining a high standard of moral conduct. The text provides a historical model for those looking to reject modern permissiveness in favor of a family life rooted in duty, sacrificial love, and theological consistency.
- Published
- 1992
- Language
- EN
