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Proverbs 3:12

New International Version

because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.

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As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him;

Blessed is the one you discipline, Lord, the one you teach from your law;

Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them.

Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.

Know then in your heart that as a man disciplines his son, so the Lord your God disciplines you.

because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.”

Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and repent.