Growing in Self-Control

Amos 7-9; Psalms 104; Titus 2 

“You must teach what is in accord with sound doctrine. Teach the older men to be temperate, worthy of respect, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love and in endurance. Likewise, teach the older women…to be self-controlled and pure…Similarly, teach the young men to be self-controlled.”

Titus 2:1-4, 6

The grace of God which saves us teaches us to say “no” to temptation and to live with self-control. Sound doctrine that doesn’t lead to self-control in our habits of eating, drinking, entertainment, and lifestyle is probably incomplete teaching.

Why is self-control one of the key discipleship and training outcomes for both genders at any age?

If the enemy of our souls can find a foothold in our habits and encourage an addiction, it will undermine all we believe and the ministry of the gospel through our lives. Self-control is strengthened through regular fasting as we abstain from food to seek the Lord. Self-control established in one area of our lives can then extend to others.

Are we growing in self-control?

“Lord Jesus, help me to grow in self-control, for your glory.”