03417cam a2200361 i 4500 422706534 TxAuBib 20200402120000.0 200304s2019||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2020275979 9780310346760 0310346762 TxAuBib rda Thomas, Gary, (Gary Lee.) When to walk away [PB] : finding freedom from toxic people / Gary Thomas. Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan, [2019] ©2019. 239 pages ; 22 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier Includes bibliographical references (pages 235-239). A most clever attack -- Walkaway Jesus -- A murderous spirit -- Control mongers -- Loving hate -- No time to waste -- Reliable people -- Pigs and pearls -- Love tells the truth -- A man with a mission -- Looking like Jesus when working with Judas -- Learning how to be hated -- Scripture's skeleton -- A new allegiance -- The most vicious attack -- Toxic parents -- Toxic marriages -- Leaving the toxicity instead of the marriage -- Toxic children -- Treading toxic for tender -- Don't be toxic to yourself -- Epilogue -- Appendix: Jesus walking away. "Whether it's a sibling, parent, coworker, or friend, we all know toxic people who seem determined to frustrate our life's calling. While you're seeking first God's kingdom, they're seeking to distract your focus and delay your work. Yet it's only once we learn to say no to bad patterns that we are set free to say yes to the good God has planned for us. Renowned writer and Bible teacher Gary Thomas uncovers surprising biblical principles for dealing with the toxic people in our lives. Drawing from years of serving as a pastor, Thomas shares real-life anecdotes, truths, and practical illustrations to set healthy boundaries and protect your life's calling. Each chapter includes insightful take-aways to begin applying right away. Discover how to: learn the difference between toxic people and 'difficult' people, find refuge in God when you feel under attack, discern when to walk away from a toxic situation, keep a tender heart even in unhealthy relationships, gain new vision and enthusiasm for seeking first the kingdom of God and investing in reliable people. We can't let others steal our joy or our mission. It's time to strengthen our defense, learn to set good boundaries, and focus on our God-given purpose."--Jacket. We all know toxic people who seem determined to frustrate our life's calling. While you're seeking God's kingdom, they're seeking to distract your focus and delay your work. Yet it's only once we learn to say no to bad patterns that we are set free to say yes to the good God has planned for us. Thomas shares biblical principles for dealing with the toxic people in our lives, allowing us to set healthy boundaries and focus on our God-given purpose. -- adapted from jacket. 20200402. Interpersonal relations Religious aspects Christianity. Families. Families Religious aspects Christianity. Families Religious aspects Christianity. Families. Interpersonal relations Religious aspects Christianity.