Playlist: Body, Disciplining of (topic)
Self-Discipline
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughSelf-discipline, or self-control, is a vital virtue that enables individuals to achieve great things in a godless world, regardless of their circumstances. It is the trait of resolutely controlling one's own desires, particularly sensual ones, and is defined by the Greek word *enkrateia*, meaning inner power or mastery. This …
Stewardship of God's Temple (Part Five)
Sermon by David F. MaasPhysical training holds value, as it contributes to overall well-being, though godliness surpasses it in importance for both the present life and the life to come. The care of the body is a stewardship responsibility entrusted to us by God, to glorify Him in our physical form as well as in our spirit. Our bodies, created in His …
God and Self-Government
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of self-government is central to God's plan for humanity, emphasizing the importance of disciplining the body and mastering one's carnal nature. True self-government is not about asserting personal sovereignty or refusing to be ruled by others, but about voluntarily submitting to God's laws through the development of …