Face to Face Ministries has over 300 books, cds, videos, etc. for loan. If you would like to receive a list of these resources, please let me know. If you would like to donate Christian media to this library, please send an e-mail stating the type of media (book, tape, cd, video, etc) the title and author and a statement regarding the general condition of the item to face2faceministries@juno.com  SUGGESTED READING ** Highly Recommended - Most of the books listed can be checked out from the Face to Face Ministries Library CONFLICT RESOLUTION **The Peace Maker and Peace Making for Families - by Ken Sande A Biblical Guide to Resolving Conflict PARENTING ** Shepherding a Child's Heart - by Tedd Tripp     Many parenting books are based on hit-or-miss theories steeped in secular thinking. This one draws from Pastor Tripp's seasoned experience as a father-and from God's Holy Word. Grounded in the Bible's divine plan for parenting, this guide defines your goals as a parent and provides the Scriptural methods for accomplishing them Raising Great Kids - Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend -    A comprehensive guide to parenting with grace and truth. Gives you an effective middle ground for raising children who will handle life with maturity and wisdom. Boundaries with Kids - by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend -   When to say yes, when to say no, to help your children gain control of their lives. Teaches how to bring control to an out-of-control family life; how to set limits and still be loving parents; how to define legitimate boundaries for the family; how to install in children a godly character. Creative Correction - by Lisa Whelchel -   Extraordinary Ideas for Everyday Discipline Note: This book gives very practical ideas for consequences of actions. It also has scripture references to use for specific offenses or desired behavior. **  Motherless Daughters - by Hope Edelman -  The legacy of Loss. Explores the profound pain of mother loss among women at any age. Not only for motherless daughters but for anyone wanting a better understanding of the mother/daughter relationship. NOTE: This book is not a Christian book but the value of the content is enormous. ** Teaching Your Children to Tell Themselves the Truth - by William and Candace Backus -  Helping children deal with their problems before misbeliefs become deeply entrenched. Based on the Bible, authors William and Candace Backus provide parents with a simple, easy-to-follow, sequenced plan to help their children learn to: —Stop and listen to what they say and believe.—Tell the truth about themselves.—Find the truth about causes.—Get in touch with truthful emotions.—Manage strong feelings.—Expose the lies that lead to uncontrolled anger.—Develop self-control with truthful self-talk.—Solve problems with the truth.                    ** The Mom Factor - by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend -   Dealing with the mother you had, didn’t have, or still contend with. Discover how to transform the effects of the past, Say “NO” to your mom without feeling guilty, Build a healthy relationship with your mom, improve all your relationships. Identify six types of moms and show how they profoundly affect our lives. NOTE: This is a great book to also show how your “mothering” affects your child and his/her relationships. MARRIAGE ** His Needs, Her Needs - by Willard Harley -   It's no surprise - men and women have radically different priorities. Describing the ten most important needs of men and women, Dr. Harley teaches you how to "affair-proof" your marriage. Learn how to sustain romance, increase intimacy, and deepen your awareness year after year. This15th anniversary edition features a new preface, plus personal questionnaires and inventories. ** The Five Love Languages - by Gary Chapman -    We all know that the greatest commandment is to love. However, relatively few of us know how to express our love in the heart language of our family and friends. Fortunately, in The Five Love Languages Gary Chapman identifies the five primary love languages and teaches us how to use these languages to express our love. Although this edition of The Five Love Languages was written specifically for couples, the basic principles Chapman explores will apply to all relationships. ** Boundaries in Marriage - by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend -   Sure, kids need boundaries...but husbands and wives? Cloud and Townsend say "Absolutely!" They'll show you that respecting your spouse's personal "territory" can actually strengthen your relationship. Discover how to keep your marriage safe from intrudcers such as idols, affiars, other people...even well-meaning parents ** Strengthening Your Marriage - by Wayne Mack -   Wayne Mack recognizes the challenges before us, and shows us how to meet those challenges with growing success.  In this book, he has gathered a wealth of biblical insight and practical information on marital roles, communication, finances, sex, child rearing, and family worship.  Both as a counseling aid and as a guide for husbands and wives to study together, this book offers true hope and help where couples need it most.   SELF AWARENESS ** Changes that Heal, How to Understand Your Past to Ensure a Healthier Future - by Dr. Henry Cloud -   Never before has an expert defined the steps toward self-fulfillment and satisfying relationships with such clear, insightful, and easy-to-follow guidelines. In Changes That Heal, Dr. Henry Cloud, a renowned clinical psychologist, combines his expertise, well-developed faith, and keen understanding of human nature in a four-step program of healing and growth. Dr. Cloud's down-to-earth plan shows you how to: bond with others to form truly intimate relationships; separate from others and develop a sense of self; understand the good and bad in yourself and others; and grow emotionally and spiritually toward adulthood. Filled with fascinating case studies and helpful, easy-to-adopt techniques, this book offers sound advice that helps you get the most out of your life ** Telling Yourself the Truth by William Backus -  Most of what happens in your life happens because of the way you think. Telling Yourself the Truth teaches you how to handle your thoughts using a life-changing method the authors call Misbelief Therapy. Based on the Bible, it teaches you how to identify your own misbeliefs and replace them with the truth. ** The Mom Factor - by Dr. Henry Cloud, Dr. John Townsend -  Dealing with the mother you had, didn’t have, or still contend with. Discover how to transform the effects of the past, Say “NO” to your mom without feeling guilty, Build a healthy relationship with your mom, improve all your relationships. Identify six types of moms and show how they profoundly affect our lives. NOTE: This is a great book to also show how your “mothering” affects your child and his/her relationships. Making Peace With Your Father - by David Stoop -   This book offers a comprehensive look at the role of the father, a study of father absence, and a thorough description of the impact of abusive fathers. Readers will learn the 11-step process that gives hope and healing for relationships with fathers. This is a journey toward healing that all of us must take if we want to be whole. Understanding the Role Your Father has played in your life Past to present ** Broken Children, Grown Up Pain: Understanding the Effects of Your Wounded Past by Paul Hegstrom In this informative, challenging book, Paul Hegstrom, examines the result of childhood pain and pinpoints solutions from God's Word. If your or someone you love was wounded as a child, you'll find hope and help to deal with that childhood trauma as you reach for a healed future.