Hebrews 12:9

Besides, we all had human fathers who disciplined us. And we respected them for it. So shouldn't we obey the Father of our spirits even more, and live?

Hebrews 12:9, Readable English Bible (READ)

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Previous · Hebrews 12:8Everyone is disciplined. If you are not disciplined, then you are not true sons. You are children born outside of marriage. Next · Hebrews 12:10Our fathers disciplined us for a short time as they thought was best. But God disciplines us for our good. He does it so we can share in his holiness.