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August 22, 2019

Disciplining Your Kids with Love and Limits, Parts 4

John and Danny explain what can happen when parents flash with anger in the moment.

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Strong-willed, tough personality kids can be a challenge, and sometimes the biggest challenge is keeping a cool head as you try to show them the love and grace of Christ. John and Danny explain what can happen when parents flash with anger in the moment.

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