Healthy Discipline with Pastor Darren Lee

Some of our favorite quotes:

  • Discipline is not a dirty word. It’s blessing fuel, which sets you up to be blessed by God.

  • Discipline is not just consequences; it’s the act of learning

  • “I’m not here to punish you; I’m here to change your behavior.”

  • An excuse is a promise that you’ll do it again. Self-discipline starts with not deceiving yourself.

  • I’d rather have an uncomfortable conversation than an uncomfortable situation.

  • SBAR Method: Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation.

  • How to Receive Discipline:

  • Be Honest

  • Face the Facts

  • Take Responsibility

  • Don’t Blame Others

  • Accept Consequences

  • Speak with Honor About the Situation

References:

  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - 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.

  • Proverbs 15:31-32 - Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise. Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.

  • Hebrews 12:6 - … the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.

  • Romans 12:18 - If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.

  • Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute

Action Steps:

  • Think of something you’re good at doing.

  • What made you keep doing it when it was hard?

  • What helped you get better at it?

  • What made you want to get EVEN better?

  • What is one thing you want to get better at?

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