Endure hardship as
discipline; God is treating you as sons. For what son is not disciplined by his
father? If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline), then
you are illegitimate children and not true sons. Moreover, we have all had
human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more
should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live! Our fathers disciplined
us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our
good, that we may share in his holiness.
Hebrews 12:7-11 (NIV)
“No, Dad. I didn’t do it.”
“Son, tell me the truth now.”
“No, Dad. I didn’t do it.”
“Son, tell me the truth now.
“No, Dad. I didn’t do it.”
Realizing there was a problem here, my Dad asked his 5 year-old
son, “Son, what is the truth?”
With some trepidation, I responded, “It’s what you tell your
Dad to keep from getting a spanking.”
We have to be taught the difference between truth and lie.
We have to be taught the difference between right and wrong, and discipline is
often needed to make the instruction emphatic. Fathers are on the front line in
this responsibility, and fortunate is the child whose father is active and wise
in this role.
At the beginning of their relationship, God gave the children
of Israel the Ten Commandments to make clear what is right and what is
wrong. The Old Testament is full of
lessons and discipline leading them toward holiness. Loving discipline is key
in showing the way to true life and holiness.
Father, thank You for
Your guidance and discipline in our lives.
Lead us in the way that leads toward holiness that we may enjoy eternity
with You. Amen.
©
2017 Parker Wayland
1 comment:
What a powerful comparison. Our earthly Father wants us to speak the truth and behave accordingly.
So does our Heavenly Father.
Nice reminder in this devotional.
Christy
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