It was exactly one year ago when I first studied this chapter—but not through the lens of blessing.

At that time, my focus was on what I came to call The Five Waves of Discipline.

But now, one year later, I find myself returning… and being invited to see what I once passed over.

Where I once saw discipline, I am now being led to see blessing.

Where I once understood correction, I am now learning gratitude.

And I realize something:

when you’ve experienced the weight of the former,
you learn to truly appreciate the beauty of the latter.

Now… I’m ready for the restoration.