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.

What contrast is drawn in the Scriptures between the Creator and false gods?
To what did the ordinances pertain that were thus abolished?
What was one principal object in calling this council?
What were the names of these seven churches?
What command is given under the sixth trumpet?
What does the Apostle Peter say concerning the trials through which every believer must pass?
Without this faith, will God answer prayer?

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