James 1:2-4 (2)Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, (3)for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. (4)And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.(ESV)
Psalm 94:12 Blessed is the man whom you discipline, O Lord, and whom you teach out of your law,(ESV)
Self-discipline or God’s discipline. That’s the choice for those who follow Christ. We have the tools. We will be tested on how to use them. Bigger battles require bigger faith and, often, more experience in the ways we use the tools the Lord has given us.
Proverbs 15:32–33 (32)Whoever ignores instruction despises himself, but he who listens to reproof gains intelligence. (33)The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor.(ESV)
People today strive so hard to avoid the consequences of their behaviors and choices. The reality is that this is simply not possible. Some people do well and go for many years without actually having to face such consequences. They may go their entire life and not face a single notable consequence. Life is short and what happens next is forever.
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