Discipline is training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. (Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary).

Interestingly, the definition includes training and obeying rules, and then there is punishment to correct disobedience.

The writer of Hebrews is giving us the methodology or the action steps that we must take on our spiritual journey. We are very undisciplined people regarding our spiritual journey, and we are lackluster about the discipline it takes to live this spiritual life. The journey requires discipline; with it, we are going through the motions with progress and permanent results.

Now, getting into physical shape and living a healthy lifestyle takes discipline in what we eat, sleep, exercise, and regular medical checkups to ensure that we are healthy. Likewise, there's a discipline required for our spiritual life, our spiritual journey. Our current generation is more concerned about our appearance, not caring about our spiritual life.

As with the physical, our spiritual journey requires discipline and strict training. The question is:

How often do we train spiritually?

How many times a week do we pray? Read the word? Fast? Meditate on the word that we read.

Pray for others?

Give to others?

These are all spiritual disciplines that are required for our spiritual journey. Never slack off on your spiritual discipline; the journey is long, and we must win. God bless you.