Parent Map, The (Slightly Imperfect)

Endorsements:

“The Parent Map grabbed me at the table of contents and kept me throughout as it wound its way through the practical steps of success­ful and healthy parenting. This book is not about how you can work on your children so much as it’s about understanding and working on yourself first so you can be the best you can be as a parent.”

—Steve Adams

Children’s Pastor, Saddleback Church, Lake Forest, California

“Whenever I am with Harold Sala, I am humbled by the man’s humil­ity, wisdom and passionate love for Jesus. I hang onto every word he says about life and love. Now he has put his comprehensive, compel­ling, and more important, credible parenting wisdom onto the pages of this book. Read, learn and live out one of the most significant roles we have in life: being a parent.”

—Joey Bonifacio

Asia representative, Every Nation

“Dr. Sala uses stories, personal experience, and his extensive research and reading to give practical advice and guidelines on raising emo­tionally and spiritually healthy children. One of the best parts of the book shows the importance of fathers, particularly in a world that seems to de-emphasize their role. The Parent Map will free struggling parents from the paralyzing effects of guilt and helplessness, give them hope and remind them that they need to lean on the One who knows what is best for their children.”

—Ruth Chang, PsyD

Psychologist and author of How to Win Your Child’s Heart

“Who knows how to raise godly children of real character in today’s world? Dr. Harold Sala knows, and he’ll show you how in The Parent Map. It’s fun to read, it’s wise, it’s practical and it’s Bible-based.”

—David Clarke, PhD

Christian Psychologist and author of

Kiss Me Like You Mean It and I Don’t Want a Divorce

“Having been deeply involved in K–12 education for the past fourteen years, my eyes have been opened to the lack of spiritual leadership inside the homes of students. Parents are crying out for help in what seems to be a culture full of shortsighted dreams and aspirations for children. In this book, you will find practical biblical principles that will not only aid in raising a child, but give you glimpses into how God looks at and loves His children.”

—Dave Johnson

Chief Operations Officer, Valley Christian Center, Dublin, California

“In this book, as in his others, Dr. Harold Sala teaches the unchang­ing principles of the Bible, even as he deals with thorny issues of the changing times. Readers love his succinct style and lessons supple­mented with vivid stories and doable actions. Moreover, we all love the author who walks his talk. Dr. Sala and his loving family are this book’s best endorsement. The Parent Map will marvelously motivate you to be and do your best for your children.”

—Grace Shangkuan Koo, PhD

Associate Professor of Educational Psychology,

University of the Philippines

Author of Raising Wise Dads, Moms & Kids

“This book is a must-read for parents and soon-to-be parents! Tackling issues like parenting trends and the realities of single parenting, Dr. Harold Sala brings us back to the truth that doesn’t change: parenting success is possible only if you do it God’s way. This book offers the encouragement, clarity, courage and vision we need to pursue biblical principles for parenting our own children. We highly recommend it to other homeschooling families who want a practical guide to do the same.”

—Edric and Joy Mendoza

Edric is an ANC TV host and President,

The Master’s Academy (TMA) Homeschool;

Joy is a homeschooling mom and blogger, Teach with Joy

“The Parent Map is anchored in Scripture, is based on psychological insightfulness, and has practical applications for making healthy fami­lies healthier and hurting families healthy and whole.”

—H. Jack Morris, DMin, LCPC, LCMFT

Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist and

Professional Counselor

“Parenting has become more challenging in our technological world where influences, ideologies and insidious lifestyles can seep into Christian homes. Without a clear plan and strategic decisions, many parents get lost in the daily flow of life and forget things that really matter. Reading this book will help them fortify areas that may have been overlooked, neglected or omitted over time. It is written with an engaging, storytelling style and Dr. Sala’s signature wisdom.”

—Dr. Teody & Evelyn Pajaron

President and Exec. Director, respectively, FamilyLife Philippines

Authors of Parenting Teens: A Parent’s Practical Guide for Raising Today’s Teens

“As a Christian school leader, I am always grateful for any material that helps parents fulfill their God-given responsibilities. I am partic­ularly appreciative of The Parent Map. Too often, these kinds of books are totally child-centric. Rather than regurgitating well-worn parent­ing platitudes, Dr. Sala focuses on the real central issue: the role and behavior of parents. This book will encourage the minds and hearts of parents everywhere.”

—Sherry Worel

Founder and Superintendent, Stoneybrooke Christian Schools,

Orange County, California