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EP 94: Raising Kids Who Don't Rebel (Is That Even Possible?)

Aug 20, 2025
Can parents truly raise kids who don't rebel? This discussion highlights the reality of human rebellion using biblical examples, while emphasizing the importance of love in the home. Jennifer offers insights on leading children to Christ rather than forcing faith and differentiating between commands and preferences. She suggests cultivating attractive family activities and gradually granting freedoms alongside responsibilities. Ultimately, the conversation encourages prayer and trusting God to guide children's hearts.
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INSIGHT

Rebellion Is Universal And Not Fully Preventable

  • Jennifer Flanders asserts every child has a tendency to rebel due to inherited sin nature and free will.
  • Parents can’t control hearts but must faithfully point children to Christ and pray for God’s work.
ADVICE

Make Love The Foundation

  • Cultivate a loving home where children know they are loved and God’s love is modeled.
  • Love should be expressed with discipline and steady grace, not permissiveness.
ADVICE

Discipline Teaches Consequences

  • Correct misbehavior quickly so children learn sin has consequences.
  • Allow natural, proportional consequences while avoiding indulgent permissiveness.
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