10/09/2026
I used to get into daily power struggles with one of my kids until I realized that this child was simply mirroring what they were seeing in me.
If I tried to enforce something, this child would fight it. If I raised my voice, this child would do the same.
Then, a wise friend told me to fill up my child’s bank with positives, and it has made all the difference!
When I started speaking lovingly instead of demanding, things changed. When I remained calm, there was cooperation and obedience.
Most importantly, when I showed unconditional love, this child reciprocated that same unconditional love to us and their siblings.
I pause to give random hugs throughout the day to my children and remind them how loved they are by me but even more by God. I give compliments and praise for when I notice the good that they do.
If you’re in the thick of it with a strong-willed child, pray for discernment in how to raise them up. Ask for God to reveal your own shortcomings to work on and in doing so, they may just fix other issues in your home.
For me, the answer was simple. Show love. Be love. Always.
Do you have a strong-willed child?
