Discipline is often a difficult word to hear. We associate it with punishment, correction, and hardship.
However, the Bible teaches us that God’s discipline is a loving and necessary part of our spiritual growth.
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Hebrews 12:11
The Purpose of Discipline
In Hebrews 12:11, we learn that discipline is meant to produce a harvest of righteousness and peace.
It’s not about punishment for punishment’s sake; it’s about training us to become more like Christ.
- Removing Sin: Discipline can help us identify and remove sinful habits or attitudes that are hindering our spiritual growth.
- Developing Character: Trials and hardships can help us develop qualities like patience, perseverance, and humility.
- Deepening Our Relationship with God: When we go through difficult times, we can learn to rely more on God and trust in His love.
The Painful Process
It’s important to remember that discipline is often painful. It can be difficult to endure trials and hardships.
But we must trust that God knows what is best for us and that His discipline is ultimately a loving act.
Reward of Righteousness and Peace
The reward for embracing God’s discipline is a harvest of righteousness and peace.
When we persevere through trials, we are strengthened in our faith and become more like Christ.
While discipline may be painful in the moment, it is a necessary part of our spiritual growth.
By trusting in God and persevering through trials, you can experience the harvest of righteousness and peace that He promises.
Upside Down: 15 Week Bible Study
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
- Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
- Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
- Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!