John is back with Lori on this episode of the Legacy Parenting Podcast for another conversation in the Habits That Shape a Heart series—and this time, they’re getting practical about what to do when your child simply doesn’t listen..

What happens when you’ve given a clear instruction, but your child ignores you, responds slowly, does half the job, or pushes back with an attitude? It can be tempting to raise your voice, repeat yourself, threaten consequences, or simply give up. But biblical obedience isn’t formed through anger, power struggles, or passive parenting.

In this episode, John and Lori talk about how parents can respond with calm authority, clear expectations, and consistent follow-through while keeping the focus on the child’s heart. They also explore an important distinction every parent needs to understand: not every delayed response is rebellion. Sometimes immaturity, distraction, lack of understanding, or developmental differences are part of what’s happening.

You’ll learn how to slow down your own response, discern what may be happening beneath the behavior, and train obedience as a habit over time.

Because the goal isn’t simply to win the moment. It’s to shepherd your child’s heart, shape their will according to God’s truth, and prepare them to live faithfully under His authority.

If obedience has become a source of frustration in your home, this conversation will give you practical, biblical encouragement for handling those hard moments with greater steadiness and purpose.