Colossians 3:21

New English Translation

Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become disheartened.

Cross References

Psalm 103:13

As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on his faithful followers.

Proverbs 3:12

For the Lord disciplines those he loves, just as a father disciplines the son in whom he delights.

Ephesians 6:4

Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but raise them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.

Colossians 3:22

Slaves, obey your earthly masters in every respect, not only when they are watching – like those who are strictly people-pleasers – but with a sincere heart, fearing the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 2:11

As you know, we treated each one of you as a father treats his own children,