Monday, July 23, 2007

Proverbs 23

Proverbs 23

23:13 "Do not hold back discipline from the child, Although you strike him with the rod, he will not die." God knows us so well and how fearful many people are of corporal punishment. He affirms that the child "will not die." In fact, Solomon says, "You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol." A little discipline can go a long way toward helping people follow the truth and keep from sin. Of course some people take discipline too far, but generally speaking most people simply aren't consistent enough.

1 comment:

Mike said...

Pro 23:17 Do not let your heart envy sinners, But {live} in the fear of the LORD always...
It seems that we want or are attracted to things that are not good for us even though we know better. If the "BAD-BOYS" are doing it it must be the cool thing to do! Lord help me to keep the straight path and to live by your rules and standards.