They use the spirit of manipulation and as a parent you might feel worn out. Do not give up. Discipline (character and virtues) are not acquired in a day. This is a process. Be patient and ask the Lord for his divine guidance.
God’s discipline, though painful, is necessary! I realized the other day that on several occasions, I have been unable to picture God as a God of love and a God of discipline at the same time. Could this be because I sometimes take God to be...