And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in…
““And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the LORD Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. COLOSSIANS 3:17 SEPTEMBER 7 You can’t be a commander of life unless you learn the great art of keeping your head in any crisis. And how is that done? “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts” (Colossians 3:15). The secret of attaining self-control is the application of practical spiritual principles. The Bible is filled with techniques that are so simple that anyone can understand them. And these, when believed in and applied, will in due course give victory over any lack of self-control or lack of calmness. Here are the steps: When confronted with a big problem, think. Apply all of your mental powers to it. Second, pray for God’s guidance, because you will never come out right as long as you think wrong. Third, do all you can do about it. Fourth, put it in the hands of God. Let Him take over and trust Him for guidance and for the outcome. These four principles constitute a basic scientific spiritual formula that will work for the great or the simple.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Self‑control comes from aligning thoughts and actions with Christ’s peace, praying for guidance, acting, and trusting God’s outcome.
In simple terms: Control yourself by thinking, praying, acting, and trusting God.
Key Takeaway
Follow the four‑step spiritual formula.
Themes
faith
self‑control
prayer
trust
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
religious
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- decision making
- stress management
- habit formation
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
psychological resilience
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply these steps without religious belief?
- What practical actions mirror “trusting God” in secular life?
A Different Perspective
May not work for those who reject spiritual premises.