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Tag Archives: Proverbs 3:12
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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Tagged anger, discipline, Ecclesiastes 7:9, love, Proverbs 3:12, punishment
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Discipline ≠ Punishment
40 days of discipline does not equal 40 days of punishment. Proverbs 3:12 (NIV) The LORD disciplines those he loves. It’s not punishment; it’s love. Day 2 ends on a note of love.
Posted in 40 Days of discipline
Tagged discipline, love, Proverbs 3:12, punishment
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Loving Discipline
Proverbs 3:12 (NIV) The LORD disciplines those he loves. Your discipline, Lord, is proof positive of Your love. Even when I’m not lovin’ the discipline, I’m grateful for the love.