Nov 26 2008
Self-Control
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The one who knows much says little;
an understanding person remains calm.
Proverbs 17:27 (The Message)
He who has knowledge spares his words,
And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 (New King James Version)
A truly wise person uses few words;
a person with understanding is even-tempered.
Proverbs 17:27 (New Living Translation)
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Satisfaction
Words satisfy the mind as much as fruit does the stomach; good talk is as gratifying as a good harv...more
Very cool. What of the underlayments to self-control such as wisdom, patience, tact, and one I have been tinking about lately: agape. I have been thinking that if I am truly understanding and applying agape then I will exercise self-control based on that. What are your thoughts on this? -Kate