Love is both the foundation and the motivation for God's discipline. The Bible says: "Those whom Jehovah loves he reproves, just as a father does a son in whom he delights." (Proverbs 3:12) Furthermore, Jehovah, is "merciful and compassionate, slow to anger." (Exodus34:6) For this reason, Jehovah is never abusive or cruel. Neither does he resort to harsh words, constant criticism, or hurtful sarcasm, all of which can injure "like the stabs of a sword." - PROVERBS 12:18.
Granted, it is not possible for parents to imitate fully God's perfect example of self-control. Sometimes your patience will be stretched to the limit, but during the particularly different times, always remember that anger-based punishment is usually oppressive, excessive, and counterproductive. Furthermore, punishment is motivated by anger or frustration is not discipline at all. It is simply a loss of self-control.
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