Description: We yearn to be accepted and loved for who we really are.
Unfortunately, we sabotage our efforts to develop successful
relationships when we feel threatened. We play manipulative games with
each other, protecting ourselves without realizing it. These subtle
games are crippling our relationships. Let's Stop Playing Games
addresses this issue with some serious fun, helping us: o expose our
unhealthy games and why we play them; o enjoy humorous yet sad stories
that show how these games work (or don't work) for us; o explore some
game changers--practical, loving solutions to replace our games. In the
end, we hope to be lovingly transformed in our relationships with our
friends and family and even with God. We will be connected to each
other, forming the authentic community we yearn for. What a great place
to live! Endorsements: ""I'm so grateful for Joe's honesty about the
games we all play and the hope that, despite our hang-ups, there's a way
to be real with one another."" -Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove author of The
Wisdom of Stability ""Joe gives a personal glimpse of his journey that
becomes a parable of our own. Knowing truth doesn't automatically keep
us from thinking and communicating in ways that hide rather than reveal
or that attempt to control rather than to grow. Gracefully dismantling
guarded protections from too much light in the room, he shows us the way
back. This book is a good window cleaning for the soul and a resource
for rebuilding relationships. If you want authentic relationships that
make for a full and rich life, this is a keepsake."" -Donald Mann
Pastor, Teacher, and Marriage & Family Therapist ""Does your heart long
for community and communion? God made us this way but many things can
hinder us along the way. In the pages of this book you can find out what
some of these hindrances are and how they impact your relationships.
Practical and insightful, this approach bridges the gap between
spiritual and relational understanding. Drawing from biblical precepts
as well as interpersonal insights, Lineberry's approach offers ideas and
guidance that the reader can put to use immediately. With a heart for
God and for relationships, he leads the reader toward relational healing
and spiritual growth."" -Joseph Verga Psychologist and Executive
Director of Associates in Christian Counseling ""Readers everywhere are
destined to relate to the common 'games' we play (even if
subconsciously) and are likely to be disarmed and delighted by the
author's conversational style, self-disclosure, and witty sense of humor
. . . My husband and I have been looking for new, relevant material that
we can share with a small group; our current search has now ended.""
-Janet Smith-Hill SVP of Human Resources, Novant Health About the
Contributor(s): Joe Lineberry is a business consultant who works
alongside his wife, Beth, in ministry to those with broken
relationships. They have organized Possibilities
(www.exploringpossibilities.net), an umbrella organization for people of
faith to tell their stories, exploring the possibilities of faith in
their lives. Joe and Beth have led several interactive workshops and
have coauthored the book ""Give Me Your Son"" and Other Reflections from
our Journey.
