Chastised by God

To be disciplined by God is not a fun thing. It is hard, heavy and reduces the seemingly strongest man to tears. And because of my stubbornness, I must admit that I’ve been chastised by Him lately.

It’s tough. Every fiber of my being wants to tell God that it’s unfair, and that He is being too harsh. But I know deep down that I deserve more, and that He has been more than gracious to me and have even injected some humor into the whole “chastisement” process.

And with this comes the discovery of my blind spots - of how I unknowingly displease Him and sin. This sifting process I think is the key to the Christian life, Christ constantly puts us in the furnace to allow the impurities in our lives to surface, and once they do, He cleans them out.

Hebrews 12:6

"My son, do not make light of the Lord's discipline,
and do not lose heart when he rebukes you,
because the Lord disciplines those he loves,
and he punishes everyone he accepts as a son."

Thanks Dad.