Joyful for Being Disciplined
Most of us don't like being corrected when we make a mistake. We really don't like it when we are disciplined for doing the wrong thing or for doing the right thing in the wrong way. Often, the discipline includes some type of punishment which is painful in some way. Also, discipline includes being taught the right things and the right way to do things. If we really want to get the most out of life, we need to have the right attitude toward being disciplined. That is especially true when we are disciplined by God. If we reject His discipline, or if we resent His input into our life, we will suffer much. However, the opposite is also true. (Psalm 94:12) "Joyful are those You discipline, Lord, those You teach with Your instructions." God's discipline makes us into joyful people if we heed His discipline and obey His instructions. Let's allow this to sink in for a few minutes today. God is our Loving Father. This is true for everyone, but it is especially true ...