But if you are without discipline, of which all have become partakers, then you are illegitimate children and not sons.

Hebrews 12:8

Chastisement in the Christian life is crucial. If we are not chastised by God it is a sign that we may not be true children of God. A loving and caring father will always rebuke his child when in error. A loving father is concerned with the matters of his children. The same applies to our Heavenly Father. God will convict us of sin and error for our own good. This is a loving rebuke, designed to encourage us to walk on the path of holiness. The purpose of rebuke is not to condemn, but to make us aware of areas where spiritual growth is needed.

Discipline is a good thing for the Christian, as it is proof of God working within us. Discipline is God’s loving care for his children and should always be taken seriously. The children of God ought not to be a burden to Him. We ought to be a faithful people that God is delighted with. May we as the people of God be a blessing to one another. May we not grieve God’s spirit. Today, the question we must consider is this. How do we respond to God’s discipline in our Christian walk?