Ephesians 6:4 commands fathers to combine loving discipline with biblical instruction while avoiding conduct that unnecessarily provokes children.
Parents: Raising Godly Children in a Secular World
Christian parents raise godly children through daily Scripture, loving discipline, moral example, apologetic preparation, and responsible guidance.
Daily Devotional for Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Ephesians 6:4 calls fathers to avoid provoking their children while raising them through loving discipline, biblical instruction, and faithful example.
Why are Fathers told, “Do Not Provoke Your Children” (Colossians 3:21)?
Colossians 3:21 warns fathers against irritating children until they lose heart while preserving the biblical duty of loving discipline and instruction.
How to Lead Your Family in Daily Worship
Lead daily family worship through Scripture, prayer, sound explanation, practical application, and a consistent example of obedience.
Raising Teenagers With Wisdom in a Wicked World: A Biblical Guide for Parents Who Feel Overwhelmed
A biblical guide for overwhelmed parents raising teenagers with firm love, wise discipline, Scriptural truth, and steady hope in Jehovah.
Rules for Women: Raising Children Who Respect and Honor Her
A godly mother teaches children to honor her through firm authority, consistent discipline, personal example, gratitude, and obedience to Jehovah.
How Can Parents Prepare Their Children to Stand Firm in a Wicked World?
Parents prepare children to stand firm by teaching Scripture, guarding influences, modeling obedience, and giving them resurrection hope.
Why Is a Father Accountable for the Spiritual Direction of His Household?
A father is accountable before Jehovah to lead, teach, guard, and model faithful obedience within his household.
What Should Parents Do When a Child Questions Biblical Truth?
Parents should answer a child’s questions with calm confidence, Scripture, discernment, discipline, and patient teaching.

