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Tag Archives: self-control
The Spirit of Self-Control
“We must have a spirit of power towards the enemy, a spirit of love towards men, and a spirit of self-control towards ourselves.” Watchman Nee (1903-1972) Power, love and self-control — working together for good. Good morning, Lord. … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged 2 Timothy 1:7, self-control, Watchman Nee
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The Gift of Self-Control
2 Timothy 1:6-7 (MEV) Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God … For God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and love, and self-control. The spirit of self-control is a … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 2 Timothy 1:6-7, free wo;;, self-control
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Self-Control or God-Control
Who’s in control? Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. My self-control is the product of God’s control. Good morning, Lord. When I let You take control, … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23, self-control
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No Self-Control
Proverbs 25:28 (ESV) A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls. “Broken into and left without walls” — in other translations of the Bible: breached, helpless, without protection, defenseless, conquered. Without self-control, … Continue reading
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Tagged John 10:10, Proverbs 25:28, self-control
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Who’s In Control?
Proverbs 25:28 (NIV) Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control. If I’m not in control, who is? Who has broken through the boundaries of my life, making decisions for me? 1 Peter 5:8 … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 1 Peter 5:8, Proverbs 25:28, self-control
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Self-Control (or Lack Thereof)
Here in the USA, it’s Thanksgiving week — a perfect time to ponder the last attribute in the fruit-of-the-Spirit list: Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and … Continue reading
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Tagged fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23, Philippians 4:13, self-control
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The Spirit’s Power
2 Timothy 1:7 (GNT) For the Spirit that God has given us does not make us timid; instead, his Spirit fills us with power, love, and self-control. Thank You, Lord, for power — for the power of love … Continue reading
Posted in Advent
Tagged 2 Timothy 1:7, Advent, love, power, self-control
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Personal Walls
Bad walls, no. God’s walls, yes. And a few good walls of our own making. Proverbs 25:28 (NLT) A person without self-control is like a city with broken-down walls. Self-control – good for us.