Messages from the media and pressures from peers all seem to conspire against raising children with strong Christian values. As kids grow older the potential for things to go wrong just seems to multiply. How can parents nurture their families with confidence, without the fear that they are making some big mistake? Tim Stafford sets you free from worrying about the Joneses or anyone else. He shows you how to build core Christian values into your children in a way that fits who God made your family to be, unique and different from every other family. In this practical and freeing book, you'll find: Why your family doesn't have to be like other families How to build core values into your children that will last a lifetime How you can find the patterns that fit who you and your family are Ways to build family life that kids enjoy and that parents find satisfying Why there's more than one, good, right way to be a family How to build grace and freedom into your family life while still providing structure and security Release from the fear that you are parenting the wrong way Stafford identifies thirteen core biblical values and describes a wide variety of ways to build these into families. He explores the many options that are available for parents to help their children develop in truthfulness, contentment, hard work, joy, rest, forgiveness and putting God first. Some books suggest there is only one right way to parent, no matter who you are. In Never Mind the Joneses Stafford frees you to explore the ways God has provided that fit your family best.

This book isn't for you. It's too late for you. It's for your kids, your friend's kids and your sisters' kids. Admit it! Just like the rest of us, you've been keeping up with the Joneses. You're a ticking time bomb ready to explode. You're in over your head, stressed to the max and your poor family and friends have to deal with you. Do them a favor. Read this book, practice the tips, and set an example for the kids. At least they may have a chance at a happier, stress-free life. Is it really too late for you? I challenge you to go against the grain and screw the Joneses! See how to live below your means to create more time and money. By not "Keeping up with the Joneses", it's easy to do. Enjoy the power packed tips on how to have a blast while you last. Putting these tips into practice will enhance your family and relationships. You may actually be fun to be around! Get ready to laugh, cry, roll your eyes and think, "I could never do that!" But be sure to ask yourself, "What can I do differently before it's too late?"