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Proverbs 3:12

New English Translation

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

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

How blessed is the one whom you instruct, O Lord, the one whom you teach from your law,

The one who spares his rod hates his child, but the one who loves his child is diligent in disciplining him.

Discipline your child, and he will give you rest; he will bring you happiness.

Be keenly aware that just as a parent disciplines his child, the Lord your God disciplines you.

“For the Lord disciplines the one he loves and chastises every son he accepts.”

All those I love, I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and repent!