Define temperance.
Read Daniel chapter 1. How did Daniel show self-control in verse 8?
What was the result of Daniel's resolve?
Why is it necessary for Christians to show temperance? (Luke 9:23; Ephesians 4:22; James 1:14; I Peter 2:11)
Keeping our inner thoughts under control is especially important. What do these verses say about temperance in our thoughts? (Psalm 19:14; Psalm 139:2, 4; Proverbs 4:23; 2 Corinthians 10:5, Matthew 12:34; Philippians 4:8)
How are those who temper their emotions compared to? (Proverbs 16:32)
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