For a child to learn how to love, they need to first be loved.
Key Takeaways
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We need to parent the way God fathers us, free of emotion and manipulation
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Discipline starts with relationship because its all about forming their hearts.
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We need to teach children how to repair and restore relationships when they do the wrong thing.
Couple Discussion Questions
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In our childhoods have we experienced shame from our parents or those in authority? How did that make me feel?
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Do we imitate those behaviors in our parenting?
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How can we reflect God the Father more in our formation of our children?
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Consider one of your children in need of formation. What is the best way to reach their heart?