Proverbs 22 - 24

Proverbs speaks much about the discipline of children.  In these chapters, the sage outlines several guidelines for discipline.  Discipline, he argues, will not destroy a child; rather, it will allow the child to be fully prepared for life in the future.  Another maxim stated by the writer is the invitation to his children to follow along beside him and copy his words and actions.  How often do I set this truism aside in favor of "Do as I say, not as I do."  That is NOT the way of wisdom - for my, or my children.