Hebrews 12:9

⁹Furthermore, we have all had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we respected them. Should we not much more submit to the Father of our spirits and live?

— Hebrews 12:9

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Respect for God's Discipline

Devo: Praying with Paul

"Dear Father, Help me to keep my eyes on Jesus. Despite the hostility poured on him by sinners, he obeyed you, even to the point of death. Help me..."

Fences

Article by Tim Archer

Is God a party pooper? My dogs just want to chase squirrels. What they don't realize is the danger that puts them in. They don't understand that the fence that seems restricting is actually something put there to protect them.

Cross References for Hebrews 12:9

• Numbers 16:22
• Numbers 27:16
• Isaiah 42:5
• John 3:6
• Job 12:10
• Zechariah 12:1
• Exodus 20:12
• Isaiah 38:16
• Isaiah 57:16
• 1 Peter 5:6

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