Self Control Week 2

MATTHEW 26:41

“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is

willing, but the flesh is weak.” – Matthew 26:41

As we continue our Self Control series we have to address temptations. No not the 70’s Mowtown group but those things that try to trip us up daily. My personal temptations- anything chocolate, especially dark

chocolate and you don’t have to ask me more than once if I want to go shopping. And as innocent as those may seem they are temptations I deal with daily. Jesus warned us about temptations but at the same time gave us advice in Matthew 26:41 to deal with them. First is to watch- pay attention to what you are thinking about (when can I do/get a certain thing). Next pray for strength – you may need to pray

hourly in some cases, and then ask the Holy Spirit for His self control to work in you. Remember we are not left to our own strength to deal with our temptations. Trying to control temptations will only leave you exhausted and frustrated. Watch, pray and surrender for success. 

Let us know how we at Awaken can pray for you.
Devo by Awaken Co-Founder, Kim Tolnar