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via IFTTT God is not mocked. Ever. Man may think from time to time that he has "gotten away with something" or "slipped by". NO. Never God is not mocked, ever, but He is incredibly patient. He is the good father that does not take pleasure in punishment. It hurts His heart to discipline us. He does not in any way enjoy doling out justice to us, His children. But He does, when He must. When we exhaust His Mercy, when we push His patience to the limit with our wicked behaviour, He has no choice. I understand this. I have 12 children. Never in my life have I enjoyed doling out discipline. It is a job, a duty. I do it, but only when absolutely necessary. There is no pleasure in giving discipline or justice. Pleasure of a father is found in giving mercy. But, sometimes the child requires discipline. God's heart is deep. He loves us. All of us. You. But His love is so deep that He will indeed discipline who He must. First He tries mercy, invitation, softness. But He will not be mocked. He will not tolerate a child who rebels over and over. He will not tolerate one who takes advantage of His gracious mercy. Sin is sin, and leads to death. If the Bible lists something as sin, it is sin. Period. God will not change, will not be mocked. Sin is death. Know that God is a gracious Father full of Mercy. Know that God will not be mocked
