Fathers, Provoke Not
Ephesians 6:4b
The Upward Look
by Max D. Hutto,
“Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 NASB
Do not provoke and exasperate your children to anger and rebellion. Too often parents lash out in anger or frustration at their child, escalating a tense situation with harsh and berating words. Bullying and browbeating a child leads the child down a path of despair, resentment, anger, and devastation. While it is vitally important that parents discipline and correct a child, discipline and correction must not be done in anger but with love that nurtures and instructs.
Lord Jesus, I need wisdom to know how to discipline my children in ways that build them up, training them to obey and follow You. Help me to be an example to my children of Your grace, mercy, and love.
June 21, 2024 - © Copyright 2024, Max D. Hutto.
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