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EPISODE · Jul 31, 2026 · 5 MIN

The Truth About Self-Control: How to Strengthen Your Spirit — Proverbs 25:28; Gal 5:22–23

from 5-Minute Daily Devotionals with D.Q. Clarke · host D.Q. Clarke

Self-control isn’t willpower—it’s a Spirit-produced strength that protects your life. ☀️ Summer Encore Series: While I take a short summer break to rest and recharge, I'm sharing some favorite devotionals from the Daily Devotional Ministries archives. Whether you're watching or listening for the first time or revisiting these messages, my prayer is that they encourage you, strengthen your faith, and help you continue growing in your daily walk with Christ. New devotionals will return soon!Self-control isn’t willpower—it’s a Spirit-produced strength that protects your life.🕊️ Grow Closer to God with Our Journals• The Daily Devotional Bible Study Journal: https://amzn.to/3Ln4yB7• The Daily Devotional Prayer Journal: https://amzn.to/4oULiJn🎁 Download a Free Bible Study Resourcehttps://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/frg💌 Get these daily devotionals in your inbox each week!https://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/subscribeIn today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we explore Proverbs 25:28 and Galatians 5:22–23 to understand why self-control matters so deeply to our spiritual health.Proverbs tells us that lack of self-control leaves us vulnerable—like a city with broken walls.Galatians reminds us that true self-control is the work of the Holy Spirit, not human effort alone.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why self-control affects every part of your life• The difference between self-help and Spirit-help• How God grows self-control in you over time• A simple prayer to strengthen your spirit this week📖 Scriptures: Proverbs 25:28; Galatians 5:22–23 (NIV)💌 Get these devotionals in your inbox each morning:https://mailchi.mp/dailydevotionalministries/subscribe💗 Support this ministry:https://bit.ly/ddmpartners👕 Shop Faith-Based Apparel & Gifts:https://dailydevotionalstore.com/🎙 More from DQ Clarke:http://bit.ly/3HoFlEBPurchases through applicable Amazon links help support Daily Devotional Ministries at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!

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