Proverbs 17:10 A reproof enters more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool.
Biblical correction: A sign of love and the path of wisdom (continues): [2] Correction is the mark of the wise – The wise are distinguished by their openness to correction. They see rebuke not as an insult but as an opportunity to grow (9:8-9; 15:31-32). Wisdom is not shown by how much we know, but by how humbly we respond to being corrected. [3] Fools and the proud reject correction – Fools and the hard-hearted hate being corrected. Their pride blinds them to the truth, and they react with anger, denial, or mockery (12:1; 17:10). A foolish person often requires harsher consequences to learn, but even then may not change (27:22). [4] Correction is essential in discipleship and Christian living. Correction plays a vital role in the life of true followers and disciples of Christ. Jesus, Paul, and the early saints often corrected false beliefs, sinful behaviour, and spiritual laziness (2Tim. 3:16-17; Tit. 1:13; Gal. 6:1). Correction should be truthful, firm, and gentle, always aimed at restoration, never destruction. [5] God’s correction brings life, not condemnation – The purpose of divine correction is to make us holy, fruitful, and fit for His kingdom (Heb. 12:10-11). God corrects not to punish, but to purify. Every act of discipline has our eternal good in view.
Correction, whether from Scripture, the Spirit, or others, is a vital tool for spiritual maturity. To reject correction is to reject wisdom and life; to receive it is to walk the path of righteousness (10:17).
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