What is the definition of Temperance or Self-control?
• “Temperate” Strong’s Greek: G4998—safe or sound in mind; self-controlled (moderate as to opinion or passion); discreet sober. G1467—to exercise self-restraint (in diet and chastity) “Temperance” Strong’s Greek: G1466—self-control; Thayer—self-control (the virtue of one who masters his desires and passions, especially his sensual appetites).OBSERVATION: • Self-control or temperance is connected to having a sound mind, being sober, being unmoved by pulls from outside stimuli, having mastery over appetites, passions, or everything in our lives! • In the Bible, self-control is vital to being successful in overcoming temptation—those with self-control succeeded and those who were weak did not. • We have two options: we can let our appetites and passions control what we think and do, or we can (through Christ’s strength) gain control over our passions and appetites directing what we think and do. • Those who had self-control based their decisions on what they knew was right and stood firm
