The secret of family happiness (1996)

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The Secret of

FAMILY

HAPPINESS The Secret of FAMILY HAPPINESS

© 1996

WATCH TOWER BIBLE AND TRACT SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA

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SCRIPTURE QUOTATIONS ARE FROM THE MODERN-LANGUAGE

NEW WORLD TRANSLATION OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES- WITH REFERENCES

THE SECRET OF FAMILY HAPPINESS ENGLISH [Jy E]

MADE IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA CONTENTS

CHAPTER PAGE

1 Is There a Secret of Family Happiness? 5

2 Preparing for a Successful Marriage 13

3 Two Keys to a Lasting Marriage 27

4 How Can You Manage a Household? 39

5 Train Your Child From Infancy 51

6 Help Your Teenager to Thrive 64

7 Is There a Rebel in the House? 76

8 Protect Your Family From Destructive Influences 90

9 Single-Parent Families Can Succeed! 103

10 When a Family Member Is Sick 116

11 Maintain Peace in Your Household 128

12 You Can Overcome Problems That Damage a Family 142

13 If Marriage Is at the Breaking Point 153

14 Growing Older Together 163

15 Honoring Our Elderly Parents 173

16 Secure a Lasting Future for Your Family 183

Is There a Secret of Family Happiness?

THE family is the oldest institution on earth, and it plays a vital role in human society. Throughout history, strong families have helped to make strong societies. The family is the best arrangement for bringing up children to be mature adults.

2 A happy family is a haven of safety and security. Envision the ideal family for a moment. During their evening meal, caring parents sit with their children and discuss the events of the day. Children chatter excitedly as they tell their father and mother about what happened at school. The relaxing time spent together refreshes everyone for another day in the world outside.

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