Self-control is our ability to control ourselves when it comes to, our emotions, desires, behavior and difficult situations.
We must have the will-power to rebuke all or anything that comes our way, that is not of the Lord. To no longer let the things of the flesh get the best of us.
This is something that is hard for us to do depending on our situation. That is where our being there for one another makes all the difference.
When we are able to do this, we will be fruit-filled with all that the Spirit desires for us.
Filled with the fruit of the Spirit, which is love, joy, peace, the ability to show patience in spite of troubles, especially those caused by other people, gentleness, goodness, faith, patience, and restraining ourselves from indulging in something not pleasing to the Lord.
The fruit of the Spirit never goes bad and is the best fruit for our lives.
A WORD OF PRAYER
Lord, we know that we are not perfect and have our downfalls. But we do desire to bring forth the good fruits that you desire for us, to praise and glorify God. PraIses unto You, Lord, for pointing out our faults, seeing our needs and providing the fruits of Your Spirit to nourish us.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen