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Zeal for Discipline

  In John’s vision, God had strong words for the church of Laodicea:   Revelation 3:15, 19 (NASB) I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! … Those … Continue reading

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The Discipline of Mercy

“The gracious discipline of mercy breaks the ships of our vainglory with a strong east wind, and casts us shipwrecked, naked and forlorn, upon the Rock of Ages.” —Charles Haddon Spurgeon (1834-1892)   God’s discipline comes wrapped in grace and … Continue reading

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Discipline or Punishment: Attitude Matters

  It’s not only the motivation of the one punishing. The attitude of the one being disciplined opens the path to punishment.   This Scripture refers to God’s Word and His people. Discipline wasn’t working. Zechariah 7:11, 13 (ESV)  But they … Continue reading

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Discipline or Punishment: Motive Matters

  This week’s discussion is on discipline and punishment. What’s the difference? Let’s start with motive:   Love is the motivation behind discipline: Proverbs 3:12 (NET) For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in … Continue reading

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Unfinished Discipline

  My 40 days are up. But the discipline continues.   Philippians 1:6 (NLT) And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when … Continue reading

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39 Days of Discipline

  Deuteronomy 8:5 (VOICE) I want you to know in your hearts that the Eternal your God has been training you just as a parent trains a child.   Day 39 – I know in my heart that God has … Continue reading

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Disciplined Service to God

  All too often, my prayers are some version of “Do it my way, Lord.”     That’s a far cry from Christ’s example: Luke 22:42b (NIV) “Not my will, but yours be done.” Day 38 – God’s way.

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Disciplined Service to the World

  Matthew 13:38a (NIV) The field is the world, and the good seed stands for the people of the kingdom.    Day 37 – Good for the world. Lord God, teach me to be a good seed.

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Disciplined Service to My Community

  Exercise discipline on the job and in my neighborhood:     Romans 12:16 (VOICE) Work toward unity, and live in harmony with one another. Avoid thinking you are better than others or wiser than the rest; instead, embrace common … Continue reading

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Disciplined Service to My Church

  It’s the Sabbath day.     Hebrews 10:24-25 (TLB) In response to all he has done for us, let us outdo each other in being helpful and kind to each other and in doing good.  Let us not neglect … Continue reading

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