DO YOU LOVE YOUR CHILDREN?

The question may seem redundant to some. But I do not think it is. When I see children who are unruly, disrespectful, and disobedient to their parents, I see children whose parents do not really love them. A PARENT WHO TRULY LOVES HIS CHILD WILL SEE TO IT THAT HIS CHILD BOTH HONORS AND OBEYS HIM. "He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes (or as often as he needs it)" (Prov. 13:24). "The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame...Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; yea he shall give delight unto thy soul" (Prov.29:15, 17). I know people say that it cannot be done, but God commands it; and it can be done. Start early, be firm and loving, and you can gain both the honor and the obedience of your children. If you truly love them, you will do it. Honor is won by an honorable example. Obedience is won by the rod of correction. Both are necessary. Do not be wise above God. He says, "Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying" (Prov. 19:18). Discipline alone is not enough. Example alone is not enough. There must be both: firm, consistent and loving discipline, enforced by a proper example.