Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Self-Discipline: Paul Mastered What Would Help Him (Philippians 4:1-19)

Extracted from The Maxwell Leadership Bible

Philippians 4 provides a call to discipline. Paul declared that the goal of peace and fulfillment runs through the path of self-discipline. The apostle elaborates on three disciplines that help leaders stay aligned with their mission:

1. Govern your actions (vv. 1-5).
Paul pleads with his friends to stand firm . Live in harmony. Display self-control.

2. Guard your attitudes (vv. 6-9).
He says to replace worry with prayer and to think on the positive things that edify.

3. Give your assets (vv. 10-19).
Nothing purifies more than sharing resources and trusting God to meet your needs.

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