Definition and Context
Disciplining, in a biblical context, refers to the practice of training, correcting, and guiding individuals, particularly children, in accordance with God's principles and commandments. It is an essential aspect of spiritual growth and moral development, emphasizing the importance of obedience, righteousness, and wisdom.

Biblical Foundation
The concept of disciplining is deeply rooted in Scripture, where it is often associated with love, instruction, and the pursuit of holiness. The Bible presents discipline as a necessary and beneficial process, both for individuals and the community of believers.

Old Testament Insights
In the Old Testament, discipline is frequently linked to the wisdom literature, particularly in the Book of Proverbs. Proverbs 13:24 states, "He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently." This verse underscores the belief that discipline is an expression of love and concern for the well-being of the child.

The Lord's discipline is also a recurring theme, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:5 : "So know in your heart that just as a man disciplines his son, so the LORD your God disciplines you." Here, God's discipline is portrayed as a sign of His paternal care and desire for His people to walk in His ways.

New Testament Teachings
The New Testament continues to emphasize the importance of discipline within the Christian life. Hebrews 12:5-6 reminds believers, "And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons: 'My son, do not take lightly the discipline of the Lord, and do not lose heart when He rebukes you. For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.'"

This passage highlights the idea that divine discipline is an indication of God's love and acceptance, intended to produce righteousness and peace in the lives of believers (Hebrews 12:11).

Parental Discipline
The role of parents in disciplining their children is a significant aspect of biblical teaching. Ephesians 6:4 instructs, "Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." This verse emphasizes the balance between correction and nurturing, encouraging parents to guide their children in a manner that reflects God's love and truth.

Church Discipline
Discipline within the church community is also addressed in the New Testament. Matthew 18:15-17 outlines a process for addressing sin among believers, emphasizing the goal of restoration and reconciliation. The apostle Paul further discusses church discipline in 1 Corinthians 5, where he advises the Corinthian church to address immorality within their midst to maintain the purity and integrity of the body of Christ.

Spiritual Discipline
Beyond corrective measures, the Bible also speaks to the importance of spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, fasting, and studying Scripture. These practices are vital for personal growth and maintaining a close relationship with God. 1 Timothy 4:7-8 encourages believers to "train yourself for godliness," highlighting the value of spiritual discipline in the pursuit of a godly life.

Conclusion
While discipline may sometimes be perceived as harsh or punitive, the biblical perspective presents it as an essential component of love, growth, and holiness. Through discipline, both divine and human, individuals are shaped and molded to reflect the character and righteousness of God.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Discipline.3256. yasar -- to discipline, chasten, admonish
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Prayerful About Everything.
... Love's discipling touch that seems at the moment like anger is only for a moment.
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Smith -- Assurance in God
... faith be if only it be faith in something more powerful than themselves, if it satisfy
their consciences and have some influence in disciplining society and ...
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Discerning Prayer.
... Laws, indeed, are fixed in their operation and results as subserving the highest
good in the training and the disciplining of the race, giving them hope in ...
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The Ecstasy of Saint Monnica
... Alypius had prepared most piously, disciplining himself with the harshest
austerities, to the point of walking barefoot on the frozen soil. ...
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On the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
... Now, men may be found, who outwardly bear this Cross, disciplining themselves
well externally, and bearing the burden of their Order. ...
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On the Nativity of John the Baptist the First Sermon
... he who would thus exercise himself in this way and understand it, disciplining himself
only by despising unceasingly his own want of power; in this man, verily ...
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Extent and Character of Chrysostom's Exegetical Labors.
... of teaching rather than prediction, as preparatory to the advent of Jesus Christ
in the flesh, not only by informing men's minds, but disciplining their hearts ...
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Matt. viii. 23, 24
... minded, because having sent away the rest, He retained them, He suffers them to
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... to perturbation, over which to exercise control; while our nature, being capable
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Of the Wisdom of Moses, which was an Object of Imitation to the ...
... But who can worthily describe the praises of Moses himself; who, after reducing
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Disciplining (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Discipline. Multi-Version
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Teach (172 Occurrences)
... By a noble evolution the term came to describe the process of disciplining and training
men in war, religion and life (Isaiah 2:3 Hosea 10:11 Micah 4:2). As ...
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Teaching (372 Occurrences)
... By a noble evolution the term came to describe the process of disciplining and training
men in war, religion and life (Isaiah 2:3 Hosea 10:11 Micah 4:2). As ...
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Teacher (103 Occurrences)
... By a noble evolution the term came to describe the process of disciplining and training
men in war, religion and life (Isaiah 2:3 Hosea 10:11 Micah 4:2). As ...
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Disclose (16 Occurrences)

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Training (32 Occurrences)
... 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Train. 2. (n.) The act of one who trains; the act or process
of exercising, disciplining, etc.; education. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Disciplines (5 Occurrences)

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Culture
... 2. (n.) The act of, or any labor or means employed for, training, disciplining,
or refining the moral and intellectual nature of man; as, the culture of the ...
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Yoke (79 Occurrences)
... Attention needs to be called only to Lamentations 3:27, where "disciplining sorrow"
is meant, and to Jeremiah 5:5, where the phrase is a figure for "the law of ...
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