"But when we are judged, we are disciplined by the Lord so that we will not be condemned along with the world." -I Corinthians 11:32 (NASB)
Judgment and discipline are not words we usually associate with fun or good memories, but that doesn't mean that they are not necessary. Whether dealing with students at school, guiding my daughter at home, or working on self-discipline, it is important to see the good, the growth, that can come from discipline.
Throughout life, we are judged and disciplined by God. God is not punishing us, but challenging us to grow and to draw closer to Him. Through God's guiding discipline, we can become better than we were before. We can grow in God, grow in faith, and be reassured that we are saved!
God's judgment and discipline along with the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, saves us from condemnation and gives us a new life. Be thankful! Embrace it and live for Him!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for Your gift of salvation through Your Son. Thank You for continuing to discipline and guide me so that I can live a better life for You. Help me to heed Your discipline and be nearer to You. Through Jesus, my salvation, I pray, amen.
Throughout life, we are judged and disciplined by God. God is not punishing us, but challenging us to grow and to draw closer to Him. Through God's guiding discipline, we can become better than we were before. We can grow in God, grow in faith, and be reassured that we are saved!
God's judgment and discipline along with the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, saves us from condemnation and gives us a new life. Be thankful! Embrace it and live for Him!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for Your gift of salvation through Your Son. Thank You for continuing to discipline and guide me so that I can live a better life for You. Help me to heed Your discipline and be nearer to You. Through Jesus, my salvation, I pray, amen.
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