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Practice self-discipline by restraining anger. When you are tempted to let anger control you today, re-focus and pray.
“I’m telling you to love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer, for then you are working out of your true selves, your God-created selves.” (Matthew 5:44)
“Speak when you are angry - and you’ll make the best speech you’ll ever regret.” (Dr. Laurence J. Peter)
Practice self-discipline today by “holding your tongue.” Make your goal to speak only by this rule…
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” (Ephesians 4:29)
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Define “self-discipline.” Why, and how, is it important in our everyday lives?
“If I want to be great I have to win the victory over myself… self-discipline.” (Harry S. Truman)
“…make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control…” (2 Peter 1:5-6)
Discovering the CROSS in CrossFit - Part 1 (by Josh Elmore)
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When you are disappointed in your performance today, instead of dwelling on the negative - immediately think of how this can be an opportunity for improvement.
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“…we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” (Romans 5:3-5)
Describe the self-discipline of a champion. How can self-discipline be linked to success?
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“We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort.” (Jesse Owens)
Catch someone demonstrating poise today. Send them a note, text, or just let them know you appreciate their example.
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“I want you to honor and look up to people like that: companions and workers who show us how to do it, giving us something to aspire to. I want you to know how delighted I am to have Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus here with me. They partially make up for your absence! They’ve refreshed me by keeping me in touch with you. Be proud that you have people like this among you.” (1 Corinthians 16:16-18, The Message)
Are you planning to attend the CrossFit Faith Rally this Saturday night? (for more details e-mail us)
Prior to your physical workout today, pray for God to teach you poise through this workout.
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“Poise means holding fast to your principles and acting in accordance with them regardless of how bad or good the situation may be. Poise means avoiding pose or pretense, comparing yourself to others, or acting like someone or something you’re not. Poise means having a brave heart in all circumstances.” (John Wooden)
Define the term “POISE.” How, and when, is poise necessary in your life?
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CrossFit Faith hosting the Open Sectionals on Friday nights
CrossFit Faith Rally is this Saturday night!
Listen to Willie Franklin’s recent interview about values in our culture today
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Commit the following passage to memory: “In your anger do not sin. Do not let the sun go down while you are angry.” (Ephesians 4:26)
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Read about this “picture” of poise. How was Jesus able to maintain such amazing composure during this time of stress?
“Meanwhile Jesus stood before the governor, and the governor asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” “You have said so,” Jesus replied. When he was accused by the chief priests and the elders, he gave no answer. Then Pilate asked him, “Don’t you hear the testimony they are bringing against you?” But Jesus made no reply, not even to a single charge—to the great amazement of the governor.” (Matthew 27:10-14)
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