Thematic Bible: In speech self-control, duty of
Thematic Bible
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the lusts of the flesh
Everything is permissible for me, but not everything is helpful. Everything is permissible for me, but I will not allow anything to control me.
Therefore, do not let sin rule your mortal bodies so that you obey their desires.
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the spirit
Whoever controls his temper is better than a warrior, and anyone who has control of his spirit is better than someone who captures a city.
Like a city with breached walls is a man without self-control.
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » A cardinal virtue
For this very reason, you must make every effort to supplement your faith with moral character, your moral character with knowledge, your knowledge with self-control, your self-control with endurance, your endurance with godliness, your godliness with brotherly kindness, and your brotherly kindness with love.
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the life
As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became afraid and said, "For the present you may go. When I get a chance, I will send for you again."
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the tongue
For all of us make many mistakes. If someone does not make any mistakes when he speaks, he is perfect and able to control his whole body.