Righteous Roots In The Heartနမူနာ

SELF-CONTROL

Self-control, which is often translated “sober”, is a sober-mindedness that gives thought before acting.  Self-control, which is produced by the Holy Spirit, gives way to righteous desires rather than sinful desires. Having self-control is looking to future and eternal realities rather than indulging our immediate sinful impulses. 

SELF-CONTROL in the heart says things such as: "I will give thoughts before I act." "I will refrain from using my body to sin." "I will deny myself."