Parenting with Ginger Hubbard Ep. 262 | When Discipline Is Not an Option
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Jan 20, 2026 Struggling with discipline amidst legal or cultural pressures? Discover insights on balancing obedience to God while navigating civil laws. Learn how to prioritize loving, self-controlled correction without harming your child. Ginger emphasizes the importance of heart motives and creative, prayerful solutions during tough times. Explore effective heart training, as well as resources for when conventional discipline isn’t feasible. Plus, enjoy a fun listener's date night idea to keep the spark alive!
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Balance Godly Obedience And Civil Submission
- Christians must balance obedience to God's commands with submission to civil authorities when possible.
- Obey the law unless it requires you to disobey God, in which case highest allegiance is to God.
Distinguish Civil Disobedience From Abuse
- Breaking civil law by spanking differs from breaking God's law through abusive discipline.
- Biblical chastisement must never injure a child and must be administered in love and self-control.
Heart Matters More Than Method
- True obedience in disciplining isn't just action but the parent's heart and motives.
- Parents must repent and seek renewal so discipline reflects love, patience, and self-control.
