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Tag Archives: discipline
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
Posted in Advent
Tagged Advent, discipline, Revelation 3:14-19, zeal
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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
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Charles Haddon Spurgeon, discipline, grace, mercy
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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
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged discipline, exile, punishment, Zechariah 7:11-13
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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
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged anger, discipline, Ecclesiastes 7:9, love, Proverbs 3:12, punishment
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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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Tagged discipline, Philippians 1:6
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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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Tagged Deuteronomy 8:5, discipline
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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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Tagged discipline, Luke 22:42, Your will be done
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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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Tagged discipline, good seed, Matthew 13:38
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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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Tagged be nice, community, discipline, Romans 12:16
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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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Tagged discipline, Hebrews 10:24-25, Sabbath
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