Moms, we must teach our children to obey us. If we have to consistently discipline in a loving way to see their hearts respond to our teachings, so be it. Obedience and submission to authority are part of our daily lives. Our children will have to submit to someone or something (e.g. the law or their boss). Teaching our kids to obey and respect authority will keep them out of trouble and set them up for success in the future.
If a child is not taught to submit to their authority it will also affect their relationships. If you have boys, understand that if your son does not submit to you, he will not submit to Jesus and will not be able to lead his family. Mom of girls, if your daughter does not respect you or her father, she will not respect or submit to her husband.
"For all who are led by the Spirit of God, are children of God." -Romans 8:14
If our children never learn the importance of obedience, how will they know to obey God's word and commandments; even more, allow themselves be led by the Spirit of God?
Let's pray for the hearts of our children to grasp the importance of obedience. Here are a couple of verses to guide you in your prayer for obedience.
Whether it is favorable or unfavorable, may (your child's name) obey the Lord, so that it will go well with him. (Jeremiah 42:6)
May ____________ obey his parents in you, Lord, for this is right. (Ephesians 6:1)
Let _____________ do this with joy and not with groaning (Hebrews 13:17)
May ___________ obey you rather than man. (Acts 5:29)
May ___________ walk after You, God, and fear You and keep Your commandments and obey Your voice. (Deuteronomy 13:4)
May we be full of joy at our children's obedience.
Love your Kids on Purpose!
Sarah
Mom After God
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