The Bible tells us, “Discipline your son, and he will give you peace; he will bring delight to your soul” (Proverbs 29:17). So what exactly does that entail? Discipline begins with a parent’s willingness to spend time and energy to shape attitudes and behaviors. Love sets boundaries so that a child knows what is good and bad, what he or she is free to do and not free to do. Discipline involves punishment, because sometimes people learn best through pain. It isn’t simply punishment though; it is a process in which you help to shape a person’s attitudes and values and behavior to reflect God’s ways. Lord, please grant peace in our homes and delight in our souls!
Posted on: Thu, 12 Sep 2013 04:17:44 +0000