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Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles by Paul David Tripp — WisdomDeck honest review

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Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles

by Paul David Tripp

Tripp on parenting as ambassadorship, not ownership: grace, identity, authority. Theological and reflective, for Christian parents.

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you want a theological frame for parenting.

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you want techniques.

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Three things you will actually use

You are an ambassador, not an owner.
Grace changes hearts.
Parent yourself first.

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Gospel-centered parenting.

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