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Written and edited by Don Wilkerson, Mike Zello & Tim Zello Contributors: Dan Batty, John Steigerwald, Mike Zello, Jr., Duane Henders, Rodney Hart, Craig Harper, Ruth Pabon, Floyd Miles, Jr. “Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; Do not be a willing party to his death.”
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Written and edited by Don Wilkerson, Mike Zello & Tim Zello Contributors: Dan Batty, John Steigerwald, Mike Zello, Jr., Duane Henders, Rodney Hart, Craig Harper, Ruth Pabon, Floyd Miles, Jr.
“Discipline your son, for in that there is hope;Do not be a willing party to his death.” (Proverbs 19:18 NIV) “The Lord disciplines those he loves...” (Hebrews 12:6 NIV)
Introduction • Weak Discipline = Weak Results • Discipline → Change • Cultural Adaptation: • Mono-culturalism • Cross-culturalism • Cultural Excuses Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 1: Introduction • Distinction of Terms • Defining Words • Two Levels of Discipline • The Top Ten Discipline Challenges • Understanding an Addict’s Mentality Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 1: Introduction “And have you entirely forgotten the encouraging words God spoke to you, his children? He said, ‘My child, don't ignore it when the Lord disciplines you, and don't be discouraged when he corrects you. For the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes those he accepts as his children.’”(Hebrews 12:5-6 NLT) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Distinction of Terms • “The Disciplines” • “A Discipline” • “A Disciplined Person” • “An Undisciplined Person” • “The action of “Discipline” • “Disciplined” Lesson 1: Introduction Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Defining Words • Change • Counseling • Rules Lesson 1: Introduction Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Two Levels of Discipline • Being disciplined by others • Self-discipline Lesson 1: Introduction Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Top Ten Discipline Challenges • Breaking daily routine and rules • Rebellion, defiance or prideful attitude • Smoking • Anger outbursts • Deceit • Interpersonal relationship conflicts • Drug use • Physical violence or destruction of personal property • Stealing • Leaving the program Lesson 1: Introduction Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Understanding an Addict’s Mentality • Staff workers from a non-drug background • Graduates who have become staff workers Lesson 1: Introduction Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 2: Discipline Insights • Counseling and/or Discipline • Knowing Your Students • The Purpose of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Counseling and/or Discipline • What was the attitude of the student? • Is it a repeat offense? • Did another student provoke an incident? • What was the student going through? • The spiritual growth of the individual • The emotional maturity of the individual • Other circumstances Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Knowing Your Students • Physical age • Emotional age • Social and cultural upbringing • Relational adjustments • Spiritual growth • Stage in program • Previous offenses • Religious background • Family background • Race Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline • To accomplish POSITIVE CHANGE DARKLIGHT Deception Truth Disobedience Obedience Disorder Order Decay & death Life, peace, success Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline “Hold on to instruction, do not let it go; guard it well, for it is your life. Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it, do not travel on it; turn from it and go on your way”(Proverbs 4:13-15 NIV) Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline “A recluse is self-indulgent, snarling at every sound principle of conduct. Fools have no interest in understanding; They only want to air their own opinions.”(Proverbs 18:1-2 NLT) Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline “A person who will not bend after many warnings Will suddenly be broken beyond repair.” (Proverbs 29:1 God’s Word Translation) Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline “For these commands and this teaching are a lamp to light the way ahead of you. The correction of discipline is the way of life.” (Proverbs 6:23 NLT) Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
The Purpose of Discipline “He who listens to a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. The fear of the LORD teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor.” (Proverbs 15:31-33 NIV) Lesson 2: Discipline Insights Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 3: Principles of Discipline • Three Levels of Obedience • Motivational Levels of Discipline • Discipline and Spiritual Growth Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 3: Principles of Discipline No matter how deep the stain of your sins, I can remove it. I can make you as clean as freshly fallen snow. Even if you are stained as red as crimson, I can make you as white as wool. If you will only obey me and let me help you, then you will have plenty to eat [be blessed]. But if you keep turning away and refusing to listen, you will be destroyed by your enemies. I, the LORD, have spoken!” (Isaiah 1:18 NLT) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
3 Levels of Obedience • Obedience without an explanation or understanding why. • Obedience with an explanation. • Obedience to please God. Lesson 3: Principles of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Motivational Levels of Discipline • Staff motivation • Holy Spirit motivation • Self motivation Lesson 3: Principles of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Discipline and Spiritual Growth Stage 1: Unsaved Student Stage 2: New Christians Stage 3: Young Christians Lesson 3: Principles of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 4: The Goal of Discipline • Evidences of Change You must display a new nature because you are a new person, created in God’s likeness – righteous, holy and true” (Ephesians 4:24 NLT) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
10 Evidences of Change • A good attitude • Assumes responsibility • A good work ethic • Good study habits • Spiritually receptive • Loves others • Handles pressure and trials • Respects authority • Sets goals • Moral purity Lesson 4: The Goal of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline • The Staff’s Role in Disciplining Students • Avoiding the Pitfalls of Discipline • Considering Cultural and Racial Differences • Communicate with Grace Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Four Keys To Staff Disciplining Students • Exercise Godly Authority • Godly authority from Godly character • Honesty and Integrity • Self-Identity Lesson 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Avoiding the Pitfalls of Discipline • Enabling • Conviction vs. Confrontation • Discipline and Funding • Discipline and Outside Influences Lesson 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Cultural and Racial Differences • Each person is unique • Conflicts will arise • Beware of manipulation • We all share sin in common Lesson 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Communicate with Grace “Let your conversation be gracious and effective so that you will have the right answer for everyone.”(Colossians 4:6 NLT) “Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ.”(Ephesians 4:15-16 NIV) Lesson 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Communicate with Grace “Kind words are like honey — sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” (Proverbs 16:24 NLT) “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.”(I Peter 4:8 NIV) Lesson 5: The Role of Staff in Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 6: Methods of Discipline • Motives for Disciplining • Methods of Discipline • Discipline for Major Violations • Some Other Staff Procedures and Guidelines to Use in Discipline for Change Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 6: Methods of Discipline “No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening — it is painful! But afterward there will be a quiet harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way” (Hebrews 12:11 NLT) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Motives for Disciplining • Encouragement • Tough love Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Methods of Disciplining • Extra Study Assignments • Loss of Privileges • Extra Work Assignments Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Discipline for Major Violations • Probation • Extended Time • Suspension • Dismissal • Referrals Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Other Recommended Guidelines • Let speech be “seasoned with salt” • Physical contact is prohibited • Avoid disciplining a student in public • Avoid excessive discipline Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Discipline: You be the Judge • Case Studies Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
How to Consider Appropriate Discipline • Follow current policies • Staff should know current policies • New staff • Discipline should fit the offense and the student Lesson 6: Methods of Discipline Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
LESSON 7: Making Discipline Effective “Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate when people say unkind things about you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God wants you to do, and he will bless you for it.” (1 Peter 3:9 NLT) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
Key Insights • Showing love and concern • Avoid Favoritism • Staying calm when dealing with conflict • Don’t take it personally • Exercising Patience • Care enough to confront Lesson 7: Making Discipline Effective Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
“Discipline your son, for in that there is hope;Do not be a willing party to his death.” (Proverbs 19:18 NIV) “The Lord disciplines those he loves...” (Hebrews 12:6 NIV) Teen Challenge Training Course 504.01
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