Proverbs 3:12

“For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.”

"For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." - Proverbs 3:12
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What does Proverbs 3:12 mean?

Proverbs 3:12 from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states: "For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." This verse is both comforting and challenging. It speaks to the idea that God's love for us as His children includes…

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The Father's Loving Correction

Proverbs 3:12 states, "For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." This simple yet profound verse encapsulates the essence of divine love and discipline, harkening back to the intimate relationship between a parent and a child. In…

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Understanding Divine Correction: A Prayer of Gratitude and Growth

Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart full of gratitude and reverence for Your unfailing love and guidance in my life. As I reflect on the profound wisdom found in Proverbs 3:12, "For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he…

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Proverbs 12:16 - "A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame."
Proverbs 12:22 - "Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight."
Proverbs 12:20 - "Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy."
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Proverbs 23:3 - "Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat."