{"product_id":"the-myth-of-good-christian-parenting-how-false-promises-betrayed-a-generation-of-evangelical-families-marissa-franks-burt-paperback","title":"The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Betrayed a Generation of Evangelical Families -- Marissa Franks Burt, Paperback","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eChristian parents want to raise their kids in a godly way. But what if families have been sold promises that \"biblical parenting\" can never deliver?\n\n\n\nChristian parents want to raise godly children, but what happens when popular biblical parenting methods cause more harm than good? \u003ci\u003eThe Myth of Good Christian Parenting\u003c\/i\u003e exposes how the Christian parenting industry has sold families false promises for five decades, leaving a trail of religious trauma, damaged relationships, and lost faith in its wake. This groundbreaking analysis offers ●\u003cb\u003e historical analysis\u003c\/b\u003e - traces the development of the Christian parenting industry and its influential figures who built parenting empires;\n\n●\u003cb\u003e research-based insights\u003c\/b\u003e - features survey data from adult children and parents affected by authoritarian parenting methods;\n\n●\u003cb\u003e theological examination\u003c\/b\u003e - analyzes how popular teachings on authority, compliance, corporal punishment, and control diverge from Jesus's teachings; and\n\n●\u003cb\u003e encouragement for a better future - \u003c\/b\u003eequips readers to pursue a new path of freedom and mutual respect within their families. Marissa Franks Burt and Kelsey Kramer McGinnis combine rigorous research with compelling storytelling to reveal how evangelical parenting culture has shaped--and often strained--families from the 1970s to today. Drawing on history, sociology, theology, and extensive survey responses from adult children and parents, they trace the rise of Christian parenting empires that idealize obedient children and perfect households while leaving real families feeling inadequate. They also examine the lasting damage caused by popular Christian parenting teachings--including loss of faith, estrangement, religious trauma, and deep regret for older parents--and provide hope for healing. Whether you're a Christian parent questioning traditional methods, an adult recovering from a strict religious upbringing, or a church leader seeking healthier family ministry approaches, this book equips you to pursue mutual respect, emotional safety, and authentic faith within your family relationships.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marissa Franks Burt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazos Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\/14\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.74 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.4\" H x 5.5\" L x 0.8\" W\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781587436642\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Damascus Road","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42392519311454,"sku":"9781587436642","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/7584\/3166\/files\/9781587436642_2298dd1e-a091-4e85-8ad6-d47bbfc2bbd4.jpg?v=1774796061","url":"https:\/\/damascusroad.one\/products\/the-myth-of-good-christian-parenting-how-false-promises-betrayed-a-generation-of-evangelical-families-marissa-franks-burt-paperback","provider":"Damascus Road","version":"1.0","type":"link"}