Airdrie Baptist Church

Child Discipline (1) - Psalm 127:3-5


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This sermon presents a biblically grounded call to intentional, consistent, and loving child discipline rooted in the fallen nature of humanity and the authority of Scripture, particularly the book of Proverbs. It emphasizes that discipline is not merely corrective but formative, necessary because children are born with a sinful nature that inclines them toward rebellion, and that only God's wisdom—revealed through His Word—can effectively shape godly character. The message highlights three key promises: that children trained in the Lord's way will not depart from it in adulthood, that disciplined children bring lasting joy and peace to parents, and that early, diligent, and self-controlled discipline is essential for spiritual protection and growth. The sermon warns against modern psychological approaches that minimize sin and promote permissive parenting, urging parents to prioritize biblical principles over cultural trends, even at great personal cost, and to model Christlike love through correction, explanation, and reconciliation.
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Airdrie Baptist ChurchBy Jeffrey J Friesen