All of the things- all of the New Testament verses Paul said specifically regarding parenting-
Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Eph 6:4 ESV
Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. Col 3:21 ESV
The Law of Christ = To love others as Jesus loved us
Parenting can bring out… Fear- Insecurity- Anger- Ugly unresolved Issues
Your relationship with your parents, not their rules or their advice, determined whether or not you want to be like them or with them.
Love is patient. 1 Cor 13:4a
Proverbs 22:6 (ESV) Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Have an intentional parenting plan
Daily 4 T’s of Parenting:
Time
Touch
Talk
Traditions
Discipline Years (0-5) - Learn how to obey
Training Years (5-12) - Learn the “why” behind the “what”
Coaching Years (12-18) - Learn the relationship between action and result
Friendship Years (18+) - Raise children who want to be with us and with each other when they grow up
Psalm 128:2-4 NLT You will enjoy the fruit of your labor. How joyful and prosperous you will be! 3 Your wife will be like a fruitful grapevine, flourishing within your home. Your children will be like vigorous young olive trees as they sit around your table. That is the Lord’s blessing for those who fear him.