Gardiner Spring died in 1873, but his slender volume, Hints for Parents is packed with wisdom for modern parents.

Weighing in at only 80 pages, the length of this book belies the help it has to offer. Here are some of my favorite quotes from it. I hope they encourage you:

“Our children are heirs to immortality.” Pg 28.

“Be what you wish your child to be… Rules compel; example persuades.” Pg 31.

“Remember, influence is far more powerful than authority as children transform from the dependent and easily-directed early years to the self-aware years, with the heady realization of the world and all its possibilities.” Pg 41.

“Christian families are the nurseries of the divine kingdom.” Pg 63.

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