Principles for Obedience Training: Raising Children for Joy, Order, and Dominion

 

Episode Summary

In this solo episode, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon lays down a biblical and unapologetically patriarchal framework for obedience training in the home. Drawing from Scripture and pastoral experience as a father of eight, this episode confronts modern parenting myths and reclaims God’s design for authority, discipline, and joy in the family.

This is not about control for control’s sake. It is about training children to live under God-given authority for their good, their safety, and their future faithfulness. Pastor Joseph explains why obedience is foundational to parenting, how authority is meant to serve, and what God actually requires when He commands children to obey their parents.

You will hear a clear standard for obedience, a theological defense of parental authority, and practical principles that expose why many parents unintentionally train disobedience instead of obedience. This episode is essential listening for fathers who want order in their homes, peace in their families, and children prepared to honor Christ in every sphere of life.

If you are tired of barking commands, negotiating with toddlers, or watching chaos rule your home, this episode is for you.

 

Chapter Breakdown & Timestamps

00:00 – Scripture & Opening

02:20 – Purpose of the Episode

04:40 – Who Obedience Training Is Really For

06:30 – Biblical Foundation for Obedience

09:50 – Authority Redefined

12:30 – Pagan Power vs Christian Authority

16:45 – Why Mothers Must Embrace Obedience Training

18:15 – Four Reasons Obedience Training Is Necessary

20:30 – Obedience and Safety

22:40 – Obedience and Education

25:00 – Moral Foundations

27:20 – The Standard of Obedience

29:20 – Biblical Proof for the Obedience Standard

32:30 – Why Grumbling Is Serious Sin

35:45 – Parenting Begins With Self-Discipline

37:45 – Principle One: Say What You Mean

40:15 – Why Bribery Corrupts Obedience

44:00 – Losing Your Cool Teaches Delayed Obedience

46:20 – The Hostage Negotiation Mistake

49:35 – Principle Two: You Are the Parent

51:40 – Stop Asking Permission to Give Commands

54:00 – Principle Three: Get the Child’s Attention

56:15 – Training Attention and Verbal Response

 

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