Proverbs 3:12

New Century Version

The Lord corrects those he loves, just as parents correct the child they delight in.

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Know in your heart that the Lord your God corrects you as a parent corrects a child.

“I correct and punish those whom I love. So be eager to do right, and change your hearts and lives.

Correct your children, and you will be proud; they will give you satisfaction.

If you do not punish your children, you don’t love them, but if you love your children, you will correct them.

The Lord has mercy on those who respect him, as a father has mercy on his children.

The Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes everyone he accepts as his child.”

Lord, those you correct are happy; you teach them from your law.