"Parents are the first representation of God's authority for their children." ~ Meeke Addison

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Yvette Hampton and Meeke Addison tackle the pressing issues of parenting, faith, and culture. In this inspiring episode, Meeke sheds light on the weakened state of the church, the dangers of following cultural trends, and the true biblical responsibilities of parents. Discover valuable insights on "gentle parenting," the importance of discipline, and how to harness your child's strong-willed personality for God's glory. Plus, don't miss the big announcement about our new team of godly women hosts, including Meeke Addison!

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Discussion Questions:

Cultural Norms vs. Biblical Principles: How can parents discern when cultural norms are undermining their biblical responsibilities, and what practical steps can they take to align their parenting with biblical principles?

Authority and Love: How can parents effectively balance authority and love while ensuring their children understand the concept of divine authority?

Parental Roles: Meeke Addison warns against equating parental authority with friendship. What are the potential consequences of parents acting more like friends than authority figures, and how can parents maintain the appropriate balance?

Handling Rebellion: What strategies can parents employ when their children reject their authority, and how can they draw parallels between this situation and humanity's occasional rejection of God's guidance?

Strong-Willed Children: How can parents recognize and harness the strengths of a strong-willed child for God's glory, despite the challenges that such a personality might present?

Spiritual Battle for Character: What are some ways parents can engage in the spiritual battle for their child's character, and how can intentional parenting and prayer play a role in this process?

Surrendering Children to God: How can parents consistently surrender their children to God, especially as they grow older and start making independent decisions? What are some practical steps for trusting in God's plans for their children?

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