9. Besides, we are used to having human fathers as instructors—and we respected them. Shall we not much more be subject to the Father of spirits and live?
10. Indeed, for a short time they disciplined us as seemed best to them; but He does so for our benefit, so that we may share in His holiness.
11. Now all discipline seems painful at the moment—not joyful. But later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.
12. Therefore, strengthen the hands that are weak and the knees that are feeble!
13. And make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame will not be pulled out of joint but rather be healed.