Shepherding A — Child's Heart By Tedd Trip

Focusing on the "what" of obedience and honor.

Parenting is not about being a boss or a dictator; it is a position of delegated authority. Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Trip

Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp is a foundational resource in Christian parenting that shifts the focus from merely managing a child’s behavior to addressing the . Tripp argues that since the heart is the "wellspring of life" (Proverbs 4:23), behavior is simply an outward manifestation of what is happening internally. 1. The Core Philosophy: Heart vs. Behavior Focusing on the "what" of obedience and honor

Ultimately, Tripp argues that the law (rules) cannot save a child. Only the Gospel can. By showing a child their failure to meet God's standard, parents point them toward their need for a Savior. Shepherding a Child's Heart by Tedd Trip