Hebrews 12:6 For whom the Lord loves He chastens, And scourges every son whom He receives.”

Growing up in the 60s and 70s, my parents utilized spanking as a form of punishment. Lol, I can recall 3 times dad spanked me, and because of it, I never committed the wrongful act that got me in trouble. Yeah, it hurt, but it was effective, and today I'm a better person for their willingness to administer discipline when needed. 

Today's scripture reminds us of God's love in that He too administers specific forms of punishment, meant to make us a better person. It may come in the form of a loss: loss of financial stability, loss of a friendship, even loss of a family. Of course there are other means He uses, but when we lose something it gets our attention. 

Maybe you've strayed from your faith and find life chaotic and things/people have slowly been whittled away from your world. God loves you and doesn't want to see you hurt and suffer, but He knows the impacts that worldly living can have on your soul. Maybe it's time to repent and come back to the Father of the universe, your Heavenly Father, so you can walk securely on the narrow path of righteousness and blessing.