Quotes about Self-control

We must not let our passions destroy our dreams.

We pray, 'lead us not into temptation'. Do we then lead ourselves into temptation?

Lusts within are worse than lions without.

So dear is sin to a man that he will rather part with a child than with a lust

They who pray that they may not be led into temptation, must not lead themselves into temptation. 2.

I think our culture encourages all of us to always put our best foot forward. I think it's a good thing. I think it's nice to rise to the occasion, to be kind and considerate, and have self control.

when the old fears, hates, and worries that have haunted you for so long try to edge back in, they will in effect find a sign on the door of your mind reading "occupied.

They are not easily irritated or annoyed. Some people seem to be able to rise above their irritations and they are fun to be with because they are poised and even-tempered. They seem to live on an upper level emotionally and are not easily riled up. They keep in a good humor and spirit.

I will form good habits and become their slave.

When we were given dominion over the world, we were also given dominion over ourselves. God is not our navigator. It was never His intention to chart a course for each of us and thus place us all under His bondage. Instead, He bestowed each of us with intellect and talent and vision to map our own way, to write our own Book of Life in any manner we choose.

When I am tempted to criticize I will bite on my tongue; when I am moved to praise I will shout from the roofs. Is

Never will I overindulge the requests of my flesh, rather I will cherish my body with cleanliness and moderation.