Loving Discipline

Discipline can be misunderstood if all we know of it are abusive tendencies. Loving parents correct their children. God’s discipline is always laced with kindness. He wants what is best for his children, and he knows that we need his guidance and correction. God, our loving Father, wants what is best for us. When we heed his discipline, it’s as if we clothe ourselves in fine garlands and jewelry. The change in our lives becomes apparent.

Whether or not we had good parents who raised us to be disciplined adults, we have a heavenly Father guiding us down the best path. Let’s not despise his hand of correction, for it teaches us to walk in wisdom and keeps us from falling into pits of sin. Some lessons are difficult to learn, and sometimes discipline feels harsh, but if we remain teachable, we will reap his blessings.

Lord, thank you for teaching and guiding me. I will not despise your discipline but embrace it because it comes from your great love. I never want to forget the lessons you have taught me.