Posts Tagged ‘discipline’
Proverbs 14:3 “Shoot!” says the shoot
A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them. Proverbs 14:3 NIV Literally: In a fool’s mouth is a shoot for his swelling, lips of the wise keep, watch, preserve. Lashes out with pride: “is a rod for his back” (NAS) “is a rod of pride” (NKJV), is a…
Read MoreProverbs 13:24 Rods, whips and cattle prods
He who withholds his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him diligently. Proverbs 13:24 NASB Growing and maturing can be a risky business. Push someone too hard and they resent you. Don’t push him hard enough and they miss an opportunity to fulfill their potential. Prune a plant too much and…
Read MoreProverbs 13:1 Growing up takes time
A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Proverbs 13:1 NASB Even at 59, I must hear my Father’s voice. Age is no factor. It’s possibly more true now than when I was young. As a boy, I knew I didn’t know. As I gain knowledge, exposure, experience,…
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