Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Adoption » Subjects saints to the fatherly discipline of God
Afflicted saints » Exhibit the love and faithfulness of God
But since we do incur it, we are disciplined by the Lord, so that we may not be condemned along with the world.
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For it is those whom the Lord loves that he disciplines, And he chastises every son that he acknowledges." You must submit to it as discipline. God is dealing with you as his sons. For where is there a son whom his father does not discipline?
I reprove and discipline all whom I love. So be earnest and repent.
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Afflictions » Chastisement, a mark of the father's love
and you have forgotten the challenge addressed to you as God's sons, "My son, do not think lightly of the Lord's discipline, Or give up when he corrects you.
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But since we do incur it, we are disciplined by the Lord, so that we may not be condemned along with the world.
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I reprove and discipline all whom I love. So be earnest and repent.
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Any branch of mine that does not bear fruit he trims away, and he prunes every branch that bears fruit, to make it bear more.
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Afflictions » Moments of Discouragement » From God
Afflictions » From God
Afflictions » Exhibit the love and faithfulness of God
But since we do incur it, we are disciplined by the Lord, so that we may not be condemned along with the world.
Verse Concepts
For it is those whom the Lord loves that he disciplines, And he chastises every son that he acknowledges." You must submit to it as discipline. God is dealing with you as his sons. For where is there a son whom his father does not discipline?
Afflictions made beneficial » Exemplified » Israel
Chastisement » The lord chastening
You must submit to it as discipline. God is dealing with you as his sons. For where is there a son whom his father does not discipline? But if you have none of that discipline which all sons undergo, you are illegitimate children, and not true sons. When our earthly fathers disciplined us we treated them with respect; should we not far more submit to the Father of our spirits, and so have life? read more.
For they disciplined us for a short time and as they thought proper, but he does it for our good, to make us share his holiness.
For they disciplined us for a short time and as they thought proper, but he does it for our good, to make us share his holiness.
themes for Consideration » The purpose for chastisement
Examples of Afflictions » Exemplified » Israel
Temptation » A test
Faith enabled Abraham, when he was put to the test, to offer Isaac as a sacrifice. He who had accepted God's promises was ready to sacrifice his only son,
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Blessed is the man who endures trial, for when he stands the test, he will be given the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
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Rejoice over this, although just now perhaps distressed by various trials; they are to show that your faith when tested is found to be more precious than gold, which though it is perishable is tested with fire, and they will bring you praise, glory, and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.
You must find the greatest joy, my brothers, in being involved in various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith leads to steadfastness,
Thoughtfulness » Themes for consideration, by the spiritual mind » The purpose for chastisement
Trials » Chastisement, a mark of the father's love
and you have forgotten the challenge addressed to you as God's sons, "My son, do not think lightly of the Lord's discipline, Or give up when he corrects you.
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But since we do incur it, we are disciplined by the Lord, so that we may not be condemned along with the world.
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I reprove and discipline all whom I love. So be earnest and repent.
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Any branch of mine that does not bear fruit he trims away, and he prunes every branch that bears fruit, to make it bear more.
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