Become Strong, Heed Discipline

Good morning girls,

"Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom, because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment." James 2:12-13

"Discipline means training to become stronger, not just correction when you do something." Hero Tales

Discipline is so important. The Bible says so much about discipline in Proverbs:
Prov. 10:17 - Heed discipline and you will not go astray.
Prov. 12:1 - Love discipline, love knowledge otherwise you're stupid.
Prov. 13:18 - Heed discipline and you will be honored.
Prov. 15:5 - A prudent one heeds discipline otherwise you're a fool.
Prov. 15:32 - Heed discipline and gain understanding.

How do discipline and mercy go together in one e-mail? Well, my husband (who happens to be the best Dad around :), teaches the kids grace and mercy. I would have never thought of this. Probably because mercy is certainly not one of my gifts. Every now and then my husband will give one of the kids grace and mercy. And at a time I think they are really going to get it. Have you every experienced grace and mercy when you knew you had messed up? It's a completely unexpected, overwhelming feeling of relief. I know because he gives me more grace and mercy than I deserve when I mess up.

Discipline does make you stronger. Since reading Hero Tales I'll ask my kids if they are acting up so that I can make them stronger. We all laugh and they become stronger. :) Remember the key to discipline is swift penalty with calm dignity 100% off the time.

Keep it real!!
Love you all, Kelley
Seeking Jesus with you.
James 4:8