Wisdom wrote in Proverbs chapter 3:
11 My child, when the Lord God speaks to you,
never take HIS Words lightly,
and never be upset when HE corrects you.
12 For The Father’s discipline comes only
from HIS passionate Love and pleasure for you.
Even when it seems like HIS correction is harsh,
it’s still better than any father on earth gives to his child.
In looking back, I never received correction I didn’t need. At the time, I was frustrated and sometimes at “my wit’s end”, however I submitted (as though I had a true choice). We who are parents fully understand the need for correction in our children’s lives. We have to teach them “self” control otherwise they become unruly and take everything that tickles their interest. Those adults who were never taught self control and respect for the possessions of others now suffer in their sin and lawlessness.
Love wrote in Hebrews chapter 12:
8 We all should welcome God’s discipline as the validation of authentic Sonship. For if we have never once endured his correction it only proves we are strangers and not Sons.
9 And isn’t it true that we respect our earthly fathers even though they corrected and disciplined us? Then we should demonstrate an even greater respect for God, our Spiritual Father, as we submit to HIS life-giving discipline. 10 Our parents corrected us for the short time of our childhood as it seemed good to them. But God corrects us throughout our lives for our own good, giving us an invitation to share HIS Holiness. 11 Now all discipline seems to be more pain than pleasure at the time, yet later it will produce a transformation of character, bringing a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who yield to it.
12 So be made strong even in your weakness by lifting up your tired hands in prayer and worship. And strengthen your weak knees, 13 for as you keep walking forward on God’s paths all your stumbling ways will be divinely healed!
Have your words ever come back to bite you? FATHER intends for us to watch our words just as HE watches over HIS Words. There are many times we should remain silent rather than providing unnecessary input to a situation. This is why we need to continue to focus on be led by The Holy Spirit in word and deed. FATHER has imparted HIS Wisdom to those who are willing to submit to The Holy Spirit. As Wisdom continues in Proverbs chapter 3:
13 Those who find true Wisdom obtain the tools for understanding,
the proper way to live,
for they will have a fountain of blessing pouring into their lives.
To gain the riches of Wisdom is far greater
than gaining the wealth of the world.
14 As Wisdom increases, a great treasure is imparted,
greater than many bars of refined gold.
15 It is a more valuable commodity than gold and gemstones,
for there is nothing you desire that could compare to Her.
16 Wisdom extends to you long life in one hand
and wealth and promotion in the other.
Out of Her Mouth flows righteousness,
and Her Words release both law and mercy.
17 The ways of Wisdom are sweet,
always drawing you into the place of wholeness.
18 Seeking for Her brings the discovery of untold blessings,
for She is the healing tree of life to those who taste Her fruits.
When we embrace correction, we prepare ourselves for greater fruitfulness in our lives to benefit others. Pruning away unfruitful branches are necessary to increase the life flow in other areas.
There are some endeavors which must come to an end so that we can proceed to the next phase of our calling. Yes, I know there is much comfort in remaining in a known endeavor but in order to grow, we must set aside any hindrance to our further growth. If we don’t, correction will come and it may be painful. I have experienced such pain a few times myself. This is where faith in FATHER’S plan, will, and purpose for each of us is required and fully accepted.
Submission to change brought on by correction encourages Wisdom to come forth thus preparing us for increased blessings in all areas of our lives. Correction is simply an aspect of the maturing process to build up our character so that we can experience HIS Holiness in our lives.