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Scripture says that if a parent loves his child, he will correct him when he is out of line. A loving parent will guide and teach their children. The Bible adds that if you neglect to train and teach your child, you don't love your child ( Proverbs 13:24 ) These are powerful words for parents.

It is loving to discipline a child because the benefits of discipline will give a child hope, help him make good decisions, and help him live a long and peaceful life ( Hebrews 12:11 , Proverbs 6:23, 10:17, 12:1, 15:5, 15:32, 19:18 ).

Discipline brings hope, life, peace and character to a child because it drives out foolish notions such as "The world revolves around me. I am the most important and I must have my way. No one else matters." Through loving discipline, a child can take the focus off him and look outward to develop empathy and respect for God and others. It is a failure to love a child if a parent ignores issues rather than addressing them directly. A lack of discipline wrongly teaches children that there are no consequences to their choices. A child who grows up with no or little discipline may become an adult who struggles with self-control, anger and respect for others (Ephesians 6:4.) He will most likely be demanding and self-centered as an adult. The Bible says that a person who rejects discipline will end up in shame and poverty. He will be stupid, act foolishly and lead others astray. A rejection of discipline also reveals a person who hates himself or herself ( Proverbs 10:17, 12:1, 13:18, 15:5, 15:32 ).

Discipline is necessary because it motivates us to change for the right reasons. It gives children the right tools to live responsibly in the world. Neglecting discipline is a failure to love children well and it also prevents parents from experiencing the delight and peace in seeing their children have contented lives ( Proverbs 29:17 .) Parents who recognize their own issues related to discipline can face those issues and, through consistent discipline, lovingly offer a safe place for children to grow and mature.