Thematic Bible: In speech self-control, duty of
Thematic Bible
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the lusts of the flesh
All things are lawful to me, but all things are not expedient (profitable) (good). All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the authority (power) (control) of anything.
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Let no sin rule in your mortal body, that you should obey the lustful desires.
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Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the spirit
Being slow to anger is better than being mighty. Being self-controlled is better than ruling a city.
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He who cannot control his own spirit (life) is as helpless as a city without walls, open to trouble.
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Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » A cardinal virtue
Yes, for this very reason you do your part with all diligence. Supply virtue to your faith. Add knowledge to your virtue. Include self-control with your knowledge. Supply patience to your self-control. Your patience should be helped by godliness. Add brotherly kindness to your godliness. And to your brotherly kindness add love.
Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the life
He reasoned about righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come. Felix trembled, and answered: Go your way for now. When I have time I will send for you.
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Temperance » In speech self-control, duty of » Over the tongue
We all stumble in many things. If any do not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able to restrain (control) the whole body.
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