You’ve probably heard it from the pulpit, on a podcast, or from popular influencers online: Spanking is part of God’s plan for raising children, after all, it’s in the Bible!
But is that true?
If you’ve ever wrestled with this question, you’re not alone. You want to honor Scripture. You want to hold true to your faith. But you’re also surrounded by conflicting voices - some claiming that spanking is the only “biblical” option, others insisting it’s required by God Himself.
Here’s the hard, but freeing truth: spanking, as it exists today, is found nowhere in the Bible.
That’s why we’re offering this free workshop, so you can cut through the noise and gain clarity, rooted in both Scripture and history.
What You'll Gain from this Workshop
✅ An overview of different methods for interpreting and understanding Scripture
✅ A deeper look at the cultural and linguistic context of the “rod” in Proverbs
✅ A broader awareness of ancient Hebrew family culture
✅ A brief history of the origins of modern-day spanking
✅ A full-color guidebook with extensive bibliography for further study
✅ A deeper look at the cultural and linguistic context of the “rod” in Proverbs
✅ A broader awareness of ancient Hebrew family culture
✅ A brief history of the origins of modern-day spanking
✅ A full-color guidebook with extensive bibliography for further study
About the Teachers
Dr. David Erickson holds a PhD. in Theology and Church History, is former pastor and seminary professor with nearly 15 years of teaching experience, and current president of a Baptist college in Texas.
Dr. David Erickson holds a PhD. in Theology and Church History, is former pastor and seminary professor with nearly 15 years of teaching experience, and current president of a Baptist college in Texas.
Amanda holds a BA in Religion and is a certified parent coach. Former foster parents, and currently raising their sons, they are the authors of The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose.
Together, they’ve helped thousands of Christian parents navigate parenting questions with biblical wisdom and modern research. They are committed to handling Scripture with integrity, while offering practical hope for your family.
