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Self-Control

Self-control is the ability to say no to sin, including lust, profanity and judgments. It is a result of the Holy Spirit abiding with a person.

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Bible Teachings on Self-Control

There's a way to break free from anger's grasp and learn how to handle the daily situations that can lead to anger.

If you’re wondering whether you’re hooked on porn, take the quiz in this article. Be honest.

In our society, it is easy to fall into the food addiction trap, and when we do, we are not taking care of our body.

After the 1960s it appeared that self-control was as outmoded as the horse and buggy. Then it came back into style -- in physical fitness and dieting...

It doesn't require an outright lie to harm another person. A little insinuation, a "hint," is often enough. Once a bit of "information" starts on the...

Questions about Self-Control

The manifestation of the fruit of the Spirit in our lives is the tangible evidence that we are being changed into the nature of Jesus Christ.

Man, through his own efforts, will never find a cure for all diseases. But Jesus, when He returns to earth, will do away with disease and sickness...

God commands you not to fear the future, your circumstances, people, or death.  

There on his own cross, the thief did have the opportunity to take responsibility for the consequences of his destructive habits that hurt himself...

The roots of lust run so deep that it is almost instinctive. And once we begin to fulfill our own lusts, a vicious cycle begins. Lust leads to sin....

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Devotionals about Self-Control

We cannot judge what we speak merely by the words themselves, but by the spiritual wisdom from which the words are spoken. James uses some pretty...

When someone would hint at taking away what I feel is my liberty, there is a side of me that wants to fight for my right, proving the correctness of...

If you've ever refrained from putting a Christian bumper sticker on your car because you fear you wouldn't live up to its message, you are not alone...

Have you ever wanted the Lord to punish someone who mistreated you? Or perhaps experienced road rage?

On the surface, it may seem like a personal struggle with some mental or physical area of weakness. That’s what Satan would love for you to think.

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Videos about Self-Control

Ryan fell into drugs and crime in his search for something better. He reconnected with God in jail, but he was just beginning the journey to breaking...

Ministry leader, Emerson Eggerichs, presents his new book Before You Hit Send, sharing guidelines to help you avoid heartache in everyday...

Jessica made sure her life looked perfect on the outside, but deep down she knew she needed help to escape the addiction that threatened to ruin her...

A certified nutritionist, Megan Gilmore talks about healthy eating and shows how to prepare dishes that are delicious and packed with nutrition.

Bill grew up covering his insecurities with alcohol and sex, a habit that followed him into marriage. He tried to change himself, but nothing worked...

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Articles on Self-Control

No matter who wins an election, the unexpected emotional let down or explosive reaction after the ballots are counted can be overwhelming.

The hardest thing is to forgive myself and not give into temptation ever again.

As relevant today as it was three millennia ago, Proverbs reminds us of the power of our words.

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Let Jesus Be Your Small Group in this Pandemic

This is a special time. Never before in our lifetimes have we needed to shut countries down and stay home to reduce the chances of spreading a...

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How to Avoid Temptation

How badly do you want to be free? Learn to recognize the voice of temptation.

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