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By Queen Esther Abiola
Physical presentation:
The Title: Purpose means the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. It also means a person’s sense of resolve or determination. The title connotes there is a reason for every phase of life. If people fail to understand the reason, they cannot maximize or achieve the expected result. It also means that being aware of the reason for the phases of life is not enough, we must be determined to do what it takes to achieve the purpose. No good thing happens by accident; every good result comes from the right application of knowledge, courage and determination
The Cover: The cover is green and white. Green is the colour of life and growth. White represents purity and clarity. The cover has a flowery background. The colours reveal that with purpose, we will enjoy the fullness of life and growth which beautify our lives.
The printing is very neat, sharp and clear.
The book is foreworded by Rev. Fola Achudume, a minister of God, an author, a speaker, a certified therapist, and a marriage and leadership coach.
The Purpose is a 3-in-1 book covering three major areas of life – Distinct Singles, Sex In Marriage and Intentional Parenting.
Book One: Distinct Singles
This book has a prologue, three chapters and a conclusion.
Chapter One: Productive And Fruitful Singlehood
This chapter dwells so much on the importance of maximising the period of singlehood. It is a privileged season and it should be used to prepare for a better future. It is not a time to be frivolous, either in career or the things of God. It is time to seek God more, be more committed to the things of God and build positive relationships. Even when you feel like you are being delayed, do not panic, there is a purpose for the delay. Don’t start questioning God. Enjoy every moment of your singlehood because it will soon be over.
Chapter Two: The Pre-Marriage Season
The desire of every single lady or guy is to be happily married. This is a legit desire but desire alone will not make it a reality. Singles need to be intentional and informed to make the right choice. Even when you have made the right choice, you need to prepare for the glorious and happy marriage you are desiring by handling your courtship with wisdom and godly guidance. The pre-marriage season is the time to open your eyes and watch; it is not a time to be blindly in love. It is also the time to trash our all issues of family involvement, accommodation, sources of income, genotype issues and more. It is not only a time of butterflies in your stomach, it is also a time for sensible discussions, planning, appraising and rechecking.
Chapter Three: The Future is here
This chapter dwells so much on the wedding preparation, the wedding and the honeymoon. Most importantly, it talks extensively about the impact of the marriage vow. The person you vow to spend the rest of your life with will determine the course of your life. He or she can make or mar you. So, singles should be very careful not to commit themselves to the wrong partners. Marriage is the future you have been waiting for, so enter into it with godly counsel, wisdom and guidance. If you doubt at any time, pause and recheck with God and your spiritual mentors.
Book Two: Sex In Marriage
The issue of sex in marriage has scattered several homes because if not properly handled, it causes a lot of friction among couples.
This book also has a prologue and three chapters.
Chapter One: Understanding The Concept Of Sex
A lot of people think sex is just an act but the author explained the depth of the subject. Sex is a deep communion between two bodies and souls, that is the husband and wife. It is more than a physical activity; it is a deep spiritual exchange and giving of oneself to another. That is the reason people are strongly advised to not engage in sex outside marriage. The author offers practical and down-to-earth guides on foreplay and intercourse.
Chapter Two: Fresh Wine
This chapter talks about entering marriage with a regenerated mind. Even if the spouses had been in a sexual relationship with other people before, they should see their married spouse as new and not bring their former dirty practices or orientation into their marriage. The marriage is new, so they must approach their partners as new and fresh.
Chapter Three: Fruits Of The Womb
One of the expectations of people getting married is to have babies. However, pregnancy comes with a price. It brings changes to the life of the woman that may not be palatable for the man. This chapter will help men to understand the stress and demands of pregnancy and how to support their wives during this period.
Book Three: Intentional Parenting
This book has a prologue and five chapters. It talks about the roles of parents in raising balanced and successful children. As stated earlier, knowing the purpose of a thing is not enough. You have to be determined and knowledgeable to ensure the desired results are achieved.
Chapter One: Parenting
This chapter explains what parenting is all about. It also talks about the styles of parenting, Dos and Donts of parenting, communication in parenting and combining business and career with parenting.
Chapter Two: Be A Teacher
The parents should be the first and best teachers for their children, especially in the areas of sex education. This chapter talks extensively about teaching sex education to children and teenagers.
Chapter Three: Family Relationships
This chapter teaches parents how to build healthy relationships with their children. It also emphasizes how parents can help their children to build healthy and lively relationships with God and their siblings. It also talks about guiding their children’s relationships with friends. It admonishes parents to set healthy boundaries for their children as they relate.
Chapter Four: Practical Guidance
This chapter talks about providing practical guides to children on hygiene, menstruation for the girls, hardworking, dressing, healthy eating, greeting and talking. Parents have to groom their children by practising all these things and instilling the same practice in their children.
Chapter Five: The Master Key
This chapter talks about the importance of prayers in raising godly and successful children. It admonishes mothers to be up to their tasks in the lives of their children. It discusses examples of mothers who were absent or failed in their roles in the bible as well as mothers that succeded in their motherly calling. It talks about single parenting, allowing children to receive blessings from their grans parents. The chapter ends with wise and godly insights/tips on parenting.