30 Bible Verse About Discipline

“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.”

“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”

“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.”

“Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them.”

“Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.”

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”

“Folly is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.”

“I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.”

“Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you punish them with the rod, they will not die. Punish them with the rod and save them from death.”

“Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”

“Discipline your children, for in that there is hope; do not be a willing party to their death.”

“A fool spurns a parent’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.”

“And have you completely forgotten this word of encouragement that addresses you as a father addresses his son? It says, ‘My son, do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you, because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.’”

“A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.”

“Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”

“Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.”

“They disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness.”

“For this command is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and correction and instruction are the way to life.”

“My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.”

“Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?”

“Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.”

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

“My son, keep your father’s command and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Bind them always on your heart; fasten them around your neck. When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you. For this command is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and correction and instruction are the way to life.”

“A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes.”

“Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.”

“Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.”

“Servants cannot be corrected by mere words; though they understand, they will not respond.”

“Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.”

“Buy the truth and do not sell it—wisdom, instruction and insight as well.”