"When they grow up, if they don't understand the why, it becomes our guideline and not their guideline. It's not their belief, it's our belief."

In this episode of Legacy Parenting, John and Lori discuss what true biblical obedience looks like for children and how teaching the "why" behind your instructions helps them develop their own faith-based understanding of godly obedience.

We're sharing...

• The biblical definition of obedience for children at different developmental stages
• When immediate obedience is necessary (like safety situations) versus when explanation is beneficial
• How to connect your family rules to God's character and Scripture rather than personal preference
• Practical examples of teaching obedience - from stopping in a parking lot to maintaining purity
• How explaining the "why" behind obedience helps children develop their own convictions

Instead of simply demanding obedience without explanation, there's a more effective approach: teaching children that obedience is rooted in God's unchanging character and Scripture. This approach helps children eventually make their own choices based on biblical principles rather than just pleasing their parents or following rules without understanding.

More About The Legacy Parenting Podcast:

The Legacy Parenting Podcast is hosted by John and Lori Lane, who bring over four decades of experience in education and the arts, 39 years of parenting four sons, and 25 years of homeschooling to each episode. Through their podcast, they combine biblical wisdom with real-life experience and proven educational principles to equip parents with faith-filled, practical strategies for building strong families on the unchanging foundation of God's Word.

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