Child Quote by Jay E. Adams
““Most cases of child discipline may be solved by establishing structure that will lead to the reenforcement of the biblical principles established for the home. To do this, the rules of the home need to be set out clearly. God has given parents full authority to be exercised under the rule of Scripture. The husband is to be the head of the home, the wife is to be his submissive helper, and the children are to love their parents, honoring and obeying them. But these are general principles which must be worked out in terms of the concrete problems children raise. What must be done when a child lies, talks back, fails to come home on time? One good way to determine fair consistent answers to such questions is to draw up a code of conduct. On a sheet, consisting of four columns, each column is headed by the words “Crime,” “Punishment,” “By Whom,” and “When.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Biblical Parenting Guide, 1995
Establish clear family rules based on Scripture to address child behavior consistently and fairly.
In simple terms: Set biblical rules for kids.
Key Takeaway
Create a code of conduct.
Themes
parenting
discipline
family structure
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
instructional
When to use this quote
- home discipline
- child misbehavior
- family meetings
Key Concepts
Biblical authority
consistent consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families balance biblical authority with children’s autonomy?
- What practical steps ensure fairness?
A Different Perspective
May clash with modern parenting styles.
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