“Gentle parenting” has attracted many Christian parents with its emphasis on empathy and understanding. But how do its underlying assumptions measure up against Scripture?

In The Not So Loving Side of Gentle Parenting, Justin L. Miller examines this popular parenting philosophy and calls parents to consider what shapes their approach to raising children. Exploring parental authority, human nature, discipline and the gospel, he argues that God’s Word provides a sufficient guide for this precious responsibility.

Alongside his critique, Miller presents a positive account of biblical parenting: loving correction, faithful instruction, family worship and attention to the child’s heart. Throughout, he points parents to their children’s deepest need: The grace of God in Jesus Christ.

Brief, accessible and written with pastoral concern, this book will help Christian parents examine the advice they receive and approach their calling with renewed biblical conviction.

Commended by Joel Beeke, Brian Borgman, Jim Newheiser, Sam Waldron and Conrad Mbewe.

Paperback | 136 pages