Hebrews 12:9-10

Furthermore, we had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we used to treat them with respect; how much more cheerfully should we submit to the Father of our spirits, and live!

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For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men.

Afflict

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Afflict

Hebrews 12:9
Furthermore, we had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we used to treat them with respect; how much more cheerfully should we submit to the Father of our spirits, and live!