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Proverbs 23:14

The goal of discipline is not punishment — it is salvation from a far worse outcome. 'Sheol' here points to destruction, ruin, and death as the ultimate fruit of undisciplined living. Correcting a child now is an act of profound love that delivers them from future ruin.

Memory phrase: Discipline saves from ruin.

Talk about it: How is correcting a child an act of love, not cruelty?

Prayer: God, thank You for those who love me enough to correct me.

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