“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. ” ~King Solomon
The first thing is cultivating a love of learning. To be wise means we need to grow. It is not …
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What is the result of God’s discipline?
All discipline for the moment seems not to be joyful, but sorrowful; yet to those who have been trained by …
“Rather train yourself for godliness; … it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” ~Apostle Paul
Our God is. He is now. His promise is now. His presence is now. He is!! The future is going …
What happens when we ignore discipline in our lives?
Discipline is a very important principle in God’s world. God disciplines us for our own good. God is a loving …
Should we fear God?
What we know: Proverbs 1:7 declares, “The fear of the Master is the beginning of knowledge.” Until we understand who God is …
Is self-control an outcome of sanctification?
Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation …
“You shall be holy, for I the Master your God am holy.” ~God
The assembly of disciples (aka church) is not a fellowship of perfect people. We are a fellowship of the forgiven …
“Solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to discern good and evil.” ~Author of Hebrews
Jesus challenges me to grow up. That isn’t harsh. It is loving. The job of the teacher is to show …
“If your brother sins, go and show him his fault in private.” ~Jesus
There was a pastor who became involved immorally with a married woman in his congregation. They each divorced their respective …
Does church discipline vindicate publicly God’s honor and holiness?
The assembly of disciples (aka church) is not a fellowship of perfect people. We are a fellowship of the forgiven …
Judging – How should we deal with sinning disciples of Jesus?
There was a pastor who became involved immorally with a married woman in his congregation. They each divorced their respective …
“But don’t resent God’s discipline; don’t sulk under his loving correction. It’s the child he loves that God corrects; a father’s delight is behind all this.” ~King Solomon
God has a goal for me. Primarily God wants me to grow up and not be a child my whole …
“You make me want to vomit.” ~Jesus
Jesus is always clear and direct. I can count on that. Jesus isn’t going to sugar coat the message he …
“For people who hate discipline and only get more stubborn, there’ll come a day when life tumbles in and they break, but by then it’ll be too late to help them.” ~King Solomon
Discipline is very tough and at the time it is tough to appreciate. My heavenly Father disciplines me because he …
“So don’t lose a minute in building on what you’ve been given, complementing your basic faith.” ~Apostle Peter
In God’s world, He wants me to be mature in my faith. I must focus on building not standing still …
“Mark a life of discipline and live wisely; don’t squander your precious life.” ~King Solomon
There are a few really critical factors in living a life of wisdom. I can’t ignore living a disciplined life. …
“Death is the reward of an undisciplined life; your foolish decisions trap you in a dead end.” ~King Solomon
Jesus challenges me to be careful about the decisions I make. I must be disciplined in my approach to following …
“It’s the well-trained who find themselves mature in their relationship with God.” ~Author of Hebrews
Training isn’t fun. I may look forward to it in a certain perverse way but it isn’t really fun. I …
“Discipline produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” ~Author of Hebrews
I want to be a son. To be something else would be unthinkable. My earthly dad did discipline me. He …
"Don’t waver. Stay on track, steady in God." ~~Apostle Paul
Here is some great advise from the Apostle Paul. The best he can wish for us is that we stay …
“So how should I prepare to come to you?” ~Apostle Paul
Others get to decide how I will come to them. It is their actions that determine that. Will I come as disciplinarian? …
“Don’t lose a minute in building on what you’ve been given, complementing your basic faith .” ~Apostle Peter
God has a goal for us. God, through his victorious son Jesus, wants us to build on the foundation of …
“If you love learning, you love the discipline that goes with it. How shortsighted to refuse correction!” ~King Solomon
The first thing is cultivating a love of learning. To be wise means we need to grow. It isn’t something …
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” ~Jim Rohn
Most of us have goals. There are things we want to accomplish. Discipline in taking action and staying focused on …
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and discipline.” ~Apostle Paul
I don’t have to be timid or shy. Fear can’t grip my heart. He has given me His HOLY Spirit. …
“The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you’re lost for good.” ~~King Solomon
Discipline is a very important principle in God’s world. God disciplines us for our own good. God is a loving …
"Regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it." ~~ Apostle Paul
God has chosen us for a new life. It is a life of love. It’s characteristics are: Compassion Kindness Humility …
“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” ~Jesus
Use me Lord. Use me until I am all used up. May I be disciplined in listening to You. May …
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