God has designed each of us to enjoy and engage in social interchange. Christian social graces, however, do not happen automatically, and it is wise to ask ourselves some serious questions.

Do my words and manners show a true love for those I am relating to? Am I talking too much, or not enough? Do I know how to disagree with someone in a peaceable way? Am I giving other people the personal space they need? Do I exploit my family's weaknesses, or am I supporting and encouraging enjoyable family life? How should I relate to the person with rough edges and flat spots? What if those rough edges are my own? How can I relate to the public with love and warmth but still keep myself safe? How should I relate to other people's failures?

This book points out many Christian graces that will refine and enhance our daily exchanges. These graces testify of the power of God to change common thread into a tapestry of beauty and benefit.

Contents

• 1. In Conversation
• 2. In Friendships
• 3. In Humor
• 4. In Disagreements
• 5. In Respecting Boundaries
• 6. In Listening to Others
• 7. In Relating to Siblings
• 8. In Relating to the Socially Impaired
• 9. In Relating to the Opposite Gender
• 10. In Dealing With the Public
• 11. When You Board With Others
• 12. In Avoiding Gossip