Mollie. . . Looks like some of the posts and many of the comments were deleted from the discussion--whether intentionally or not.
I believe that mama is a lot like how many of us once were--taught that spanking is Biblically mandated, or at the least, Biblically wise. Praying that as she does her studying, she daily relies on the Holy Spirit and grace more (which is the same prayer for you and me!
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