Teacher: Matt and Leslie Ponder
Resource: You Can’t Make Me by Cynthia Tobias

Purpose:
This class equips parents to understand and shepherd the heart of the strong-willed child with wisdom, grace, and confidence. Drawing on biblical principles, we will explore how to shape a child’s will without crushing their spirit, establish loving authority, and cultivate respect, responsibility, and self-control. Parents will be encouraged and equipped to turn daily challenges into opportunities for growth, connection, and Christlike formation.

Overview:
This Core Class is one of our Community Life classes on Christian Wisdom, which emphasizes how to engage the world as disciples of Jesus Christ.