Responsibilities of Fathers

Discipline is a father’s responsibility!

The means of parental discipline:

1.Training

2.Correction

Pr 22:15 “Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; But the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”

I Identify the problem

*Foolish- having or showing a lack of good sense, judgement, or discretion

II Locate the problem

Bound- to be made fast (fasten); to be tied or secured; to be bound (rope)

Heart- the internal part of a person; the thoughts (mind); volition; emotions; and knowledge of right from wrong (conscience)

III Correct the problem

Rod- thin long implement made of metal or wood

Correction- discipline or training to improve strength or self control

IV Remove the problem

Far- disassociate

Pr 19:18 “Chasten thy son while there is hope, And let not thy soul spare for his crying.”

Pr 23:13-14 “Withhold not correction from the child: For if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die. Thou shalt beat him with the rod, And shalt deliver his soul from hell.”

The Holy Bible: King James Version. (2009). (Electronic Edition of the 1900 Authorized Version., Pr 19:18). Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.

*Foolishness appears to be tied up in the heart of the child.

The only way to dispel foolishness is through a spanking.

A foolish person is not an adult yet. They can't reach adulthood until they relinquish the foolishness.

It reminds me of school-age kids and their behavioral problems.

3.Verbal instruction

4.Punishment