July 22, 2025

Doing what needs to be done, even when you don’t want to, requires discipline. Every morning, I often grapple with the same question: “Do I have to get up now?” Even something as simple as waking up on time can demand a great deal of discipline. Here at ALERT, we aim to teach the men valuable lessons in discipline through various daily activities, such as physical training, scheduled prayer times, and Bible study. With each disciplined choice, we build a habit that strengthens over time.

Proverbs 12:1 says “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid” (ESV). As you go through the rest of your week, wherever you are, remember that sometimes doing what needs to be done is hard, but it is the right thing, and through it, you will gain discipline!