Category Archives: Praise reports

1 Corinthians 10:13 (NIV) No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide … Continue reading →

Father, we strive to be the people you want us to be. Help us to see where in our lives we lack self-control and guide us to correct it today. Amen.

Titus 1:8 (NIV) Rather, he must be hospitable, one who loves what is good, who is self-controlled, upright, holy and disciplined.

Self-control is the Spirit-enabled ability to avoid excesses and stay within the God-given boundaries. – Alistair Begg

Father, may we be bold and unafraid as we live our lives with self-control, knowing this is pleasing to you. Amen.

2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV) For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

Here is the paradox of Christian living. We must give up control of self to gain self control. – Andy Mineo

Father, help us to understand the power of self-control. Show us the wisdom in practicing it repeatedly for your glory. Amen.

Proverbs 25:28 (TLB) A man without self-control is as defenseless as a city with broken-down walls.

James 3:17 (NIV) But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.