God's chastisement serves the purpose of correction and guidance to prevent believers from turning to iniquity.
The chastisement of God is a necessary aspect of the believer's life, as highlighted in the latter part of Psalm 125:3. It is designed to teach, correct, and keep believers from falling into sin. This process of chastisement is not arbitrary but is rooted in God's love and His desire for His people to remain holy and faithful. Through afflictions and trials, God molds His children to reflect Christ and prevent them from straying into iniquity, demonstrating that all things in a believer's life, even discipline, are purposed by God for their ultimate good and sanctification.
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