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Daily Reflection: Self-control - Story

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As we gather today, I want us to pause and reflect on the power of self-control, a fruit of the Spirit that often feels elusive. Picture with me a young boy named Jamal, who lived in a neighborhood bustling with...

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Romans 8:28

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Slumdog Millionaire: Destiny Written in Scars (Genesis 50:20)

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The Count of Monte Cristo: What You Meant for Evil (Genesis 50:20)

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Forrest Gump: The Feather and Providence (Proverbs 16:9)

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