Problem Child

Shawn McCraney teaches that Christian parents should respond to children's rebellious behaviors by embodying agape love, which involves attributes such as self-control, meekness, faithfulness, goodness, gentleness, longsuffering, peace, and joy. He emphasizes that love should guide every parental interaction, even in difficult situations, by allowing children to experience the natural consequences of their actions as a form of love—not to condone the behavior, but to help foster true understanding and growth.

Emphasize the importance of being present and supportive for your children, particularly during their struggles, by showing empathy and love while allowing them to face the consequences of their actions. This balanced approach, which involves steadfast support without enabling negative behaviors, is crucial in fostering responsibility and growth in children.