Heavenly Fruitsනියැදිය

DAY 9 – SELF-CONTROL

Moment of Praise Worship

Read the Word:

• Galatians 5:22-23 (KJV)
• 1 Corinthians 9:27 (NKJV) – But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.
• Titus 2:11-12 (NIV) – For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.

Self-control is Spirit-led discipline. It empowers us to resist sinful desires, delay gratification, and live with eternity in mind. Without self-control, we are vulnerable to every temptation; with it, we live victoriously over sin.

The Spirit enables us to master our appetites, emotions, and impulses. This is not achieved by willpower alone but by surrender to His power. As we walk in the Spirit, our desires align with God’s will, and sinful cravings lose their grip.

Self-control guards our witness. A believer who lacks restraint misrepresents Christ, but one who lives disciplined reflects His holiness. Self-control is freedom, not restriction — freedom from bondage, freedom to choose righteousness, freedom to live as Christ intended.

CONFESSION

I confess that the Spirit of God gives me self-control. I will not be mastered by sin, but I will walk in discipline, purity, and holiness, bringing glory to God.

PRAYER FOCUS

Holy Spirit, strengthen me with self-control. Break the chains of fleshly desires and empower me to live a life pleasing to You. Teach me to master my thoughts, emotions, and actions under Your guidance. May I live disciplined and holy, walking in victory every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.