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“Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control.” Proverbs 25:28 (NIV)

Exposed, naked and vulnerable – not exactly how I want to feel.  But isn’t that what happens when we lack self control.  The walls of a city were meant to protect, shield, preserve,  and seclude its people especially in times of war.  Failing to exercise self control in our lives results in the walls of protection falling at our feet. Unprotected, we allow others too much access and become vulnerable to Satan’s attacks.   Without a fortress, we are merely sitting ducks, easy targets, with  no bullet proof vests – just naked vulnerability. People and circumstances  begin to influence our lives, calling the shots and dictating our actions.   Discipline is thrown out the window, and we carelessly maneuver through our days allowing our emotions to rule.  Whatever feels good at the moment is what we do.  But wait a minute isn’t that like a disaster waiting to happen? Isn’t that so out of control that we rebound into rash decisions that result in costly consequences?  Wonder what would happen if instead of lowering those walls, we built them up by embracing God’s Spirit calling the shots?  Exposure and free access would go out the door because God’s mighty shield would encircle our lives causing us to refrain, rethink and refocus rather than react.  We would guard our hearts and minds from temptations that would seek to ultimately devour us.  We would be enabled to stand strong, even when peer pressure is knocking at our door.  When we lock arms with God’s Spirit then we join forces with Him and are empowered to exercise self control even in the toughest of circumstances.

“Father, the benefits of being controlled by Your Spirit far outweigh the temporary  delusion of my freedom.  Thank You for protecting my life.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
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