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    Self-Control

    How does Jehovah show self-control?

    Jer 18:7, 8; 2Pe 3:9

    In what aspects of life do we need self-control?

    Pr 16:32; 25:28; 1Co 9:25, 27

    See also 2Ti 2:23-25; Tit 1:7, 8

    • Relevant Bible account(s):

      • 2Sa 16:5-14​—King David exercises self-control when Shimei viciously curses and disrespects him

      • 1Pe 2:21-23​—The apostle Peter describes Jesus’ remarkable self-control in the face of provocation and suffering

    What will help us to strengthen our self-control?

    Lu 11:9-13; Ga 5:22, 23; Eph 4:23, 24; Col 4:2

    • Relevant Bible account(s):

      • Lu 11:5-8​—Jesus emphasizes the need for us to be persistent when asking for help