Self-Control Series Podcast Conclusion

Sep 13, 2024

For the Gospel Podcast: Self-Control Series Conclusion

Host: Kosti Hinn

Podcast Platforms

  • Available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.

Focus of the Episode

  • Conclusion of the self-control series.
  • Discussion based on six "bricks" from the book "A Man's Greatest Challenge" by Dai Hankey.

Book Mentioned

  • Title: A Man's Greatest Challenge
  • Author: Dai Hankey
  • Theme: Building self-control brick by brick, similar to constructing ancient castles.
  • Purchase Location: Grace Books, California.

Key Points on Self-Control

  • Holy Spirit's Role: Fruit of self-control is developed slowly, not instantaneously.
  • Philippians 1:6: God's ongoing work in believers.

Six Bricks for Building Self-Control

1. Alertness

  • Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12
  • Concept: Stay vigilant to avoid falling into sin during vulnerable times.
  • Personal Reflection: Vulnerability often comes after significant spiritual activities like preaching.
  • Advice: Be cautious during times of spiritual highs or lows.

2. Brutality

  • Scripture: Romans 13:14
  • Concept: View sin as an enemy; be ruthless with it.
  • Quotes: John Owen - "Be killing sin or it will be killing you."
  • Examples: Individuals overcoming addictions by taking serious, proactive measures.

3. The Word

  • Scripture: Psalm 119:9-10
  • Concept: The Word of God guides in maintaining purity and self-control.
  • Practice: Regular engagement with scripture builds a foundation for self-control.

4. Prayer

  • Quotes: Spurgeon preferred teaching prayer over preaching.
  • Concept: Prayer is central to combating temptation and strengthening self-control.
  • The Lord’s Prayer: Seek God’s help to avoid temptation.

5. Discipline

  • Previous Episode Reference: Lessons from Apostle Paul on self-control.
  • Concept: Faith requires action; spiritual discipline is necessary.
  • Scripture: 1 John 3:18, James (being doers of the word).

6. Zeal

  • Concept: Passionate pursuit of God’s purposes over self-worship.
  • Scripture: Mark 8:34-35
  • Self-Control Link: It's a worship issue about who is on the throne—self or Christ.

Series Conclusion

  • Secret to Self-Control: The Gospel and active denial of self to follow Christ.

Upcoming Series

  • Theme: Suffering and Loss
  • Guest: Tim Challies
  • Topics: Grief, trials, God's sovereignty, and finding hope in Christ.
  • Personal Story: Tim's loss of his son, Nick.

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