DISCIPLINE FROM A LOVING PARENT The word discipline in this passage means to educate or train, rather than to condemn or punish. Most of us realize our discipline stems from our love and concern for our kids. Interestingly, it is this same parental love that causes God to discipline us throughout our lives as well. How does God discipline us? Often, it is by delivering consequences when we make mistakes, and then walking with us as we deal with those consequences. When we have learned from the process, He gives us new opportunities to obey, and helps us grow and mature in ways we never thought possible. It is important to remember that the purpose of His discipline isnt to defeat us. Romans 8:1 says, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Jesus Christ. Instead, He wants us to learn from discipline, to look towards Him, and keep going! What a great example of a Perfect Parent! Embrace the Lords discipline as an expression of His love. Use Him as your model for disciplining your children. And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to sons: “My son, do not despise the chastening of the LORD, Nor be discouraged when you are rebuked by Him; For whom the LORD loves He chastens, And scourges every son whom He receives.” (Hebrews 12:5-6 NKJV) (Parenting by Design)
Posted on: Thu, 28 Aug 2014 04:16:57 +0000
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