God disciplines His people through chastening, which reveals His love and aims to bring them back to Himself.
Hebrews 12:11 explains that no chastening seems joyful at the time, but it ultimately yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness for those who have been trained by it. Discipline is a vital aspect of God's relationship with His people, reflecting His deep love and concern for their spiritual well-being. As seen in the captivity of the Israelites, God's chastening often serves to remind His people of the serious consequences of sin. It is not for punishment alone but for correction, driving believers to repent and return to a closer walk with Him. Thus, chastening should lead us to appreciate God’s love and the seriousness of our sinfulness, acknowledging it as part of His sovereign grace.
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