All mankind is equally depraved and most are racist. "I have a dream.." was not fulfilled in this election as we have almost 100% OF ONE RACE voting for the same race! Wow!
Personally, I will vote for the individual who holds to the values that I believe are right irregardless of race or party.

Billy Graham would be the discipliner as a younger father not the disciplined.
I know of no one who would give the rod of discipline to an infant. Sensationalism to avoid obeying God's inspired Word leads to family disruption and cultural acceptance.

This will most definitely bring you to tears.

Biblical chastisement is God's ordained manner of discipline. There is much from Scripture in this regard but in general God tells us that foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child and the rod of discipline will drive it far from him. Your observation that the child's will may vary in degree of hardness is correct but all hearts are sinfull.
Scripture informs us that one may turn and have his will broken with the hint of discipline while another may have 100 lashes and still resist in stubborn rebellion.
Nevertheless, "all children are foolish" and God's remedy is the rod.
This of course must be done out of love and not anger as well as training from God's word concerning the offence, etc.
Whether we know it or admit to it or not the Lord chastises those whom He loves with the rod probably many times.

JOHN 3:36

JOHN 3:36

Mr. Hooker wished to be abased and the Lord alone to be exalted. He dreaded outward ease and prosperity, as that which was most likely to bring the Lord's people into spiritual adversity. When at the land's end, taking his final leave of England, he said, "Farewell, England; I expect now no more to see that religious zeal, and power of godliness, which I have seen among professors in that land. Adversity has slain its thousands, but prosperity its ten thousands. I fear that those who have been zealous christians in the fire of persecution, will become cold in the lap of peace."

Scripture is inundated with references to chastisement, especially Proverbs as others have posted. As for looking for bruise marks the Bible states that he will not die because of the blueness of the wound.
This was inevitable her in America and times can change quickly. Christ will secure for Himself a holy people. Are we ready for real persecution? A quote from a puritan who founded Hartford, Conn. some 350+ years ago. I will post Mr. Thomas Hooker as he was about to leave England for America as soon as someone else posts on this forum so there will be sufficient space.

JOHN 3:36

JOHN 3:36

JOB 42:2

As far as Proverbs 31, this is actually a condemnation of "some" of todays Christian feminists(this is not an oxymoron per se, as I believe they may be truly born-again but simply refuse to abide by the Word of God as their standard). If wives today would imitate this noble lady then not only would families be blessed but also the church and the nation would be better off.

Although the Proverbs 31 woman goes to market to sell her wares notice where she is employed. She is a Biblical "keeper at home".

Hebrews 12:1,2

in regards to Romans 13, it has already been posted on one of these forums about Miss Palin that if she were to take the oath it would be as a consequence of God's judgement.

"trying to learn what is pleasing to the Lord." Ephesians 5:10

Rogerant,
I could not find the article. T.Paine was not a founding father. His writings on "Common Sense" and the "Rights of Man" helped energize the masses but he had nothing to do with the Constitution or the Declaration of Independence. Looked down upon as a sceptic in America he later lived an obscure life in France.
A "few" infidels(such as Jefferson) helped frame the foundation of this country however even he was kept at bay if things contrary to the Bible were seen as trying to intrude. After visiting France,Jefferson wanted to help establish the Library of Congress by donating his library. The founders gave them a thorough going over and did not permit most of them to be offered as they were said to have had Enlightenment influence.
It would be needful for you to check out all of the names Engineer has listed as well as the majority of the founders, such as Bejamin Rush.

Thank-you, for the revealing photos. However, as many Christian parents well know, unfortunately there are prodigals and even some children of Christian parents who are not saved. It is not always the mother or parents fault though.
Btw after listening to the last half of her interview with Mr. Gibson, I now have reservations about some of her values, including a positive
inclination towards a feminist egalitarian social elitist position(as a recent poster accurately portrayed it in this forum). Whether her views are completely Biblical or not I remain opposed to her family priorities, especially with an unwed daughter being pregnant through fornication. She may or may not of had control over this action but she has control over her choice now on whether she should be there training her children along with her husband. BTW these pictures make my heart break being a father of four daughters myself.

What Founding Fathers were deists?
Stay tuned for more of Engineer's Con. Par. future posts with the likes of Samuel Rutherford's "Lex Rex" and others quoted. The Francis Schaeffer quote is worth a thought.