Self-Control Day 93
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of
a sound mind.
2
Timothy 1:7
When we focus on our pasts, we all have numerous examples of
failure and times that we have missed our mark. However, we are not alone. The
bible is essentially a collection of failures and defeats that were eventually
overcome through faithfulness to God.
Our past shortcomings occasionally may dissuade us from even
attempting a new challenge. We fear yet another defeat. Though we do not doubt
God’s power, the weight of our doubt and fear prevents us from moving toward
our next victory.
Isn't it great to know that God’s fruit to us is not a spirit
of fear? He has given us a spirit of power. He has given us a spirit of love. He
has given us a spirit of a sound mind.
A mindset and spirit of power will allow us to have
confidence in the midst of our challenges. The spirit of love in our hearts
will keep us gentle towards others as we overcome barriers. A sound mind will
keep us focused on the authority of God over our lives.
When we have daily time with God, we can refocus on His power
and not on our past weaknesses. Through time with Him, we may control our fears
and walk with a sound mind, in love, and with power. Through prayer and by meditating
on Him, we can tap into these resources that God has given us and maintain our
focus each day.
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