Theology of Self-control - Commentary
When Paul writes in 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control," he invites...
This is biblical insights on self-control and relationships, drawing on 2 Timothy 1:7. It carries an emotional tone of trust, hope and peace.
When Paul writes in 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control," he invites us into a profound understanding of self-control as a sacred calling, a fruit of the Spirit's work in our lives. This self-control is not merely about restraint; it's about the ability to act with purpose, guided by love and empowered by God.…
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