Why, then, does God permit the chastening rod to fall?

Answer

"For they [parents] verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but He for our profit, that
we might be partakers of His holiness." Heb. 12: 10.

For what is all Scripture profitable?
After one truly receives Christ, whose life will be manifested in him?
What charge was made against Stephen concerning his attitude toward the ceremonial law?
6. What influence do the Bible and history show working in the church immediately after apostolic days?
At His ascension, what assurance was given of Christs return ?
Are the righteous freed from afflictions in this world?
What universal chorus of praise will then be heard?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle