SPIRITUAL SOLUTIONS GIVEAWAY.

I got a fun-for-a-budding-blogger e-mail last week from a nice lady at Deseret Book asking me if I'd like a copy of a new book that was recently released, entitled, Five Spiritual Solutions for Everyday Parenting Challenges by Church members Richard and Linda Eyre.

Now, if you're a Joy School product like me (anyone else still singing "oh boy, I've got joy!"), you'll know that the Eyre's are recognized names in the parenting and family industry. As the authors of over twenty-five books, it's safe to say they know their stuff.

I was anxious for my Deseret Book package to arrive at my doorstep and I have to say, I have not been disappointed. It is always a little tricky to give reviews, and I strive to only endorse things on this blog that I wholeheartedly recommend, and this book falls into that category.

I've gotta say that I am quick to reach for the parenting book with specific things to do to improve difficult behavior or situations in my home. This book is not that. Instead it is a reminder of specific gospel principles that if applied will change your outlook on parenting and on your family.

With Solution One, "Remember Your Children's True Identity", fresh on my mind I found myself calmer and more patient with my girls this past weekend. The reminder that they are indeed my equals and are my spirit sisters pushed me to treat them as such. On occasions when I might get frustrated or raise my voice, I remembered this principle and was able to handle a few difficult situations in a more composed manner. It was a needed reminder.

The book is filled with them. And while it may speak of general principles, I love the specific ideas that the Eyre's have shared in the book, many of which I hope to implement in my home over the years.

Lucky for us, Deseret Book was kind enough to share a few more copies of Five Spiritual Solutions with Mamas Who Know readers.

If you would like to enter the giveaway for the Eyre's new book, leave a comment on this post. I've also got a copy to share with Mamas Who Know Facebook followers, so head on over to the FB and leave a comment there. Heck, enter twice!

I'll announce a winner on Thursday morning.

SCRIPTURE GUIDES.

 

Just take a walk through Deseret Book and you'll find  are so many great guides and aids to studying the scriptures. Occasionally, I like to supplement my reading with these types of study aids and have found a few to be very helpful.

The new LDS Store even has a section of study aids to help you along in your study process. Even better, everything from the LDS store ships free.

One of my favorites I have discovered over the last year or so is the Made Easier Series by David J. Ridges. I bought The Book of Mormon Made Easier Part 1 and loved it so much that I added Book of Mormon Made Easier Part 2 when I got to that point in The Book of Mormon. I'm just about ready to add Part 3. I have really enjoyed it and appreciate the additional insight it provides when I read.

The guide comes with the text of The Book of Mormon in it, and additional notes along with the written scripture. It is not over my head, but I find that it helps me think a bit deeper or in a different way. It also reminds me of who's who in The Book of Mormon, which is nice. You can also find similar guides from Brother Ridges about The New Testament, The Old Testament, Doctrine and Covenants and a few others.

After a bit of web searching, it looks like Amazon has the best prices right now for this study guide.

What about you mamas? Have you found any helpful guides as you study the scriptures? Are there any particular aids that have enhanced your study of the scriptures?