Whoever heeds a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding. (Prov. 15:31-32) The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin. (Prov. 10:8) The way of a fool seems right to him, but [...]
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A Prayer about the Ultimate Oxymoron and Jesus’ Kindness
April 15, 2012 – 3:54 am
Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. “Never, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to you!” Matt. 16:22 Dear Lord Jesus, everywhere I look in the Bible I see your kindness constantly at work, leading us to deeper repentance. You are so patient and forbearing with us, as you show just [...]
A Prayer for Loving Discipline and Being Less “Stupid”
February 17, 2012 – 4:43 am
Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. Prov. 12:1 The ear that listens to life-giving rebuke will dwell among the wise. Prov. 15:31 Heavenly Father, I’ll never tire of thanking you for the joy of calling you Father—Abba, Father. There’s no greater privilege; there’s no safer refuge; there’s no bigger [...]
A Prayer About the Ultimate Oxymoron
April 15, 2010 – 5:01 am
Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. “Never, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to you.” Matthew 16:22 Dear Lord Jesus, if an oxymoron is bringing together incongruous or contradictory terms, like deafening silence… or jumbo shrimp… or planned spontaneity… or peace offensive, then the ultimate oxymoron is “Never, Lord!”. [...]
