“Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” ( Ephesians 6:4, ESV ) Neglecting Time with Your Children ( Deuteronomy 6:7–8 ) I give excuses why I don’t spend more time. Now I try to do everyday things regularly (i.e. eat breakfast and dinner together). Modeling Sinful Anger ( Proverbs 22:24–25 ) Children are impressionable and model our behavior. Scolding Your Children Harshly ( Psalms 38:1; Ephesians 4:29