The phrase "obedient children" means kids who listen to and follow rules or instructions given by their parents or other authoritative figures. They do what they are told without arguing or disobeying. Full definition
Just because we have been through the process of making an agreement and having this great conversation, connection with out kids, doesn't mean they will be transformed into obedient children who are blissed out because it is time to do homework (or a chore, or go to bed, or turn off the video game...). (joyfulcourage.com)