Brenda Walsh Ministries
Practicing Self-Control.

Whenever you have behaved poorly, are you truly remorseful, or do you easily excuse your actions with the thought, “That’s just the way I am?” Making excuses for your bad behavior does not make it right in God’s eyes. The truth is, you DO have the power to change! Through the strength of Jesus Christ, everyone has the ability to live a godly life, exercising discipline and self-control. The choice is yours! You can be victorious over selfish desires by claiming Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” When you practice self-control, you reflect God’s own character. God doesn’t just make rash decisions, nor does He make mistakes! His plan is perfect, and so is His timing. He never gets in a hurry, but He always gets there on time! Give your character flaws to God and ask Him to create within you a clean heart and a right spirit! It doesn’t matter if you are struggling with appetite, gossiping, lying, cheating, anger issues, or any other character imperfection . . . whatever it is, God can handle it and He will wipe your slate clean, giving you a fresh start! It will be as if you had never sinned! And thankfully, God doesn’t rub your face in your transgression, nor does He say “I told you so.” He just opens wide His arms of love! Pray and ask Jesus to give you more self-control, and with His Holy Spirit power you will begin to change . . . one thought, one word, one action at a time! Text: 1 Peter 4:7, 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 16:32