Hebrews 12:5

The Passion Translation

And have you forgotten his encouraging words spoken to you as his children? He said, “My child, don’t underestimate the value of the discipline and training of the Lord God, or get depressed when he has to correct you.

Cross References

Psalm 118:18

Yes, the Lord punished me as I deserved, but he’ll never give me over to death.

Psalm 119:109

Even though my life hangs in the balance, I’ll keep following what you’ve taught me, no matter what.

Psalm 119:16

My delight is found in all your laws, and I won’t forget to walk in your words.

Psalm 119:67

Before I was humbled I used to always wander astray, but now I see the wisdom of your words.

Psalm 119:75

Lord, I know that your judgments are always right. Even when it’s me you judge, you’re still faithful and true.

Psalm 119:83

My soul feels dry and shriveled, useless and forgotten, but I will never forget your living truth.

Psalm 94:12

Lord Yah, there’s such a blessing that comes when you teach us your Word and your ways. Even the sting of your correction can be sweet.

Proverbs 3:1

My child, if you truly want a long and satisfying life, never forget the things that I’ve taught you. Follow closely every truth that I’ve given you. Then you will have a full, rewarding life.

Proverbs 4:5

So make wisdom your quest— search for the revelation of life’s meaning. Don’t let what I say go in one ear and out the other.

Jeremiah 31:18

“I have heard it! The people of Israel moaning, ‘You disciplined us like young, untamed bulls, but you broke us, and we’ve learned to obey. Bring us back, Yahweh; let us come home, for you are our God.

Lamentations 3:39

Why, then, should anyone complain over the punishment of their sins?

Luke 24:6

Have you forgotten what he said to you while he was still in Galilee:

Luke 24:8

All at once they remembered his words.

1 Corinthians 11:32

But when we are judged, it is the Lord’s training so that we will not be condemned along with the world.

Galatians 6:9

And don’t allow yourselves to be weary in planting good seeds, for the season of reaping the wonderful harvest you’ve planted is coming!

1 Timothy 1:20

such as Hymenaeus and Alexander who have fallen away. I have delivered them both over to Satan to be rid of them and to teach them to no longer blaspheme!

Hebrews 12:7

Fully embrace God’s correction as part of your training, for he is doing what any loving father does for his children. For who has ever heard of a child who never had to be corrected?

Hebrews 13:22

My dear brothers and sisters, I urge you to let your spirits flow through this message of love that I’ve written to you in these few words.

James 1:12

If your faith remains strong, even while surrounded by life’s difficulties, you will continue to experience the untold blessings of God! True happiness comes as you pass the test with faith, and receive the victorious crown of life promised to every lover of God!

Revelation 3:19

All those I dearly love I unmask and train. So repent and be eager to pursue what is right.