Learning The Lesson

"My child, don’t reject the Lord’s discipline, and don’t be upset when he corrects you. For the Lord corrects those he loves, just as a father corrects a child in whom he delights."

PROVERBS 3:11-12

The Lord is the greatest teacher ever. He never tires, never waivers, he is always making you whole - a complete transformation of mind and heart - not from the mind any longer. To be with God is for all time. It is not a brief moment on a Sunday morning. It is ALL things - sleeping, dreaming, thinking, loving, teaching. Every aspect of life renewed in Jesus name is completely made new into the most pleasing ways to the Lord!

We are called to be a light for Jesus through his Holy Spirit. This relationship is both internal and external in expression. God will not let the character of the disciple be unfinished as it is his very purpose for you to do his will perfectly. In this - the Lord will return you to a situation over and over until his way has been realized. His very purpose is for you to be a complete and finished creation in him. Should you return to face the same obstacle repeatedly, recognize this as a moment for perseverance - seek the Lord in prayer moment by moment and allow him to show you a new way to pass through the situation.

“As you endure this divine discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children. Who ever heard of a child who is never disciplined by its father?” Hebrews 12:7

“And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” Hebrews 12:1-2

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right.” 2 Timothy 3:16

“Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.” Ephesians 4:24