Conversations with Jonathan & Christa Threlfall

Should Parents Require Obedience?

Summary

Recent decades have seen a proliferation of approaches to parenting, from ‘authoritative’ to ‘grace-based,’ each with its own take on obedience and authority. But what should obedience look like in a Christian home? In this episode, we dig into the debate: should parents require obedience, or is there a better way to nurture faith and character?

Join us as we explore practical, Scripture-based insights into the parent-child relationship and discuss what it means to lead with both love and authority.

Does expecting obedience of a child suppress her growth and individuality?.


Resources

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Should Parents Require Obedience?