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Good -Life Devotional: CHRISTIAN DISCIPLINE: A PATH TO HOLINESS AND FRUITFULNESS
By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi
Christian discipline is foundational to spiritual growth and reflects the Father’s love for His children. Scripture teaches that discipline is not punitive but corrective, shaping believers into Christ’s likeness.
The writer of Hebrews reminds us: “For the Lord disciplines and corrects those whom He loves… for our good, so that we may share His holiness” (Hebrews 12:6, 10 AMP). Like a caring parent, God trains His children to turn from sin and walk in righteousness. Though discipline may seem painful at the moment, it produces “the peaceful fruit of righteousness” (Hebrews 12:11).
Personal discipline is essential in the Christian journey. Paul urges believers: “Train yourself for godliness” (1 Timothy 4:7), likening it to an athlete who exercises self-control to win a crown (1 Corinthians 9:24–27). This involves daily habits of prayer, fasting, meditation on the Word, and resisting sinful desires (Galatians 5:22–23). Without such discipline, believers risk spiritual weakness and fruitlessness.
Christian discipline also extends to the church community. Jesus outlined a process of correcting a sinning brother in love to restore fellowship (Matthew 18:15–17). Paul instructed churches to admonish the unruly for their repentance and salvation (2 Thessalonians 3:14–15). Such corporate discipline, when exercised in humility, preserves holiness in the Body of Christ.
Ultimately, Christian discipline aligns believers with God’s will, cultivates holiness, and equips them for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16–17). Yielding to God’s loving correction and practicing self-control leads to a life that glorifies Christ and bears eternal fruit.
In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and a heart open to discipline.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome the fear of poverty .
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