God Chastises Those He Loves? | Hebrews 12:4–11 | Episode 19

God chastises those He loves? Hebrews 12 can sound as though God punishes His children when they sin, especially when we read that He “chastises every son whom He receives.” But is that what the writer of Hebrews is actually saying?In this episode, we step back into the context of Hebrews 11 and 12, look at the Greek word translated “chastises,” and follow the connection between the suffering of Christ, the faithful who came before Him, and the persecution faced by the original audience. Rather than revealing an angry Father punishing His children, the passage points us toward loving discipline, endurance, and the security we have in the finished work of Christ.Read the companion study and join the conversation:https://wakinguptograce.com/019-hebrews-12-is-god-chastising-sinful-christians/