Biblical Self-Control: Spirit-Empowered Discipline

Contending for the Word Q&A · May 12, 2026 · 5m

In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains the biblical meaning of self-control and how it grows in the Christian life. Drawing from Galatians 5:22–23, Titus 2:11–12, and 1 Corinthians 9:25–27, this episode shows that self-control is not self-generated effort, but the fruit of the Holy Spirit trained by the grace of God. Christians are called not to legalism, but to Spirit-empowered discipline that leads to freedom, holiness, and faithful obedience to Christ. Listeners will be encouraged to pursue godly discipline through dependence on the Holy Spirit, daily…