How to Speak the Truth in Love  
  
This practical guide will be invaluable in every relationship of life--especially those that don't come easy. Putting into practice the time-tested principles within this book will enable you to interact effectively with family, friends, co-workers, and other important people in your life. Learn how to:  
  
• restore the respect needed for healing damaged relationships  
• foster better listening skills  
• overcome the tendency to manipulate others in conversation  
• avoid the destructive effects of accusation and defensiveness  
  
Discover the difference it makes when you know what to say, how to say it, and when to speak the truth in love--the art of true communication. You'll love the life-changing freedom that comes from telling each other the truth.  
  
William Backus was founder of the Center for Christian Psychological Services, a licensed consulting psychologist, and an ordained minister. Other books he has written include Telling Yourself the Truth and What Your Counselor Never Told You. Dr. Backus passed away in June 2005.

Proven, Healing Ways to Speak the Truth in Love  
  
Now in a fresh package, this classic on learning the art of true communication is good news for all. The author uses Scripture, case histories, and dialogue to impart timeless principles that can heal damaged relationships, strengthen everyday communication, and help people avoid the traps of manipulation that often disrupt the free flow of honest discussion. Readers will find this information invaluable in every relationship of life--especially those that don't come easy.

A guide to the art of true communication-knowing what to say, how to say it, and when the time is right.

Backus, William

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Introduction: “Two Hundred Lies a Day”

1. Say What You Want to Say

2. Nothing’s Wrong with Saying “I”

3. Attacking and Defending vs. Speaking the Truth in Love

4. Manipulation by Guilt

5. Ask and It Shall Be Given You—How to Make Requests

6. Free to Say No

7. Dealing with Critical People

8. How Matthew 18:15 Keeps You from Blowing Up

9. “If He Listens to You”: The Loving Art of Listening

10. Wrapping the Truth in Love

11. Telling the Truth in Social Talk—Small Talk

About the Author

Books by Dr. William Backus

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William Backus shows that biblical truth, properly believed and used, has power to bring emotional health to people. He demonstrates that truth can also heal relationships. Truth heals the hurts between people as well as the hurts inside them.

A guide to the art of true communication -- knowing what to say, how to say it, and when the time is right.

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