Title: Ruling Over Your Own Spirit
Speaker: Pastor Steve Murphy
Date: 27th April 2025
Location: Medway, UK
This episode draws from Proverbs to explore what it means to rule our spirit. Using examples from scripture and life, the talk highlights how self-control, humility, and patience are greater victories than outward success. Stories of David, Joseph, and others illustrate the dangers of pride, foolishness, and self-righteousness, while also pointing to the lasting power of God’s mercy and forgiveness.
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the driving forces within—such as anger, cowardice, or laziness—and to let the Lord shape their thoughts and actions. True strength is found in yielding to God’s wisdom rather than trusting in self-confidence.
3 Key Takeaways:
- Ruling your spirit is a greater victory than winning any outward battle.
- Self-righteousness and unchecked pride can lead to downfall, but humility invites God’s mercy.
- God’s forgiveness restores and sets us free, teaching us to walk wisely and patiently.