What to Do When You Have No Self-Control with Food

Why is it so easy to talk about self-control in your eating, but nigh on impossible to actually practice self-control with food?

In your head, you know you should pass on that second helping. But convincing yourself to stop eating in the moment, or to eat only when you’re hungry, is a struggle.

The Bible tells us that self-control is a Fruit of the Spirit—a sign of a mature Christian.

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

Galatians 5:22-23 (ESV)

Here’s the good news: when God commands you to do something, He comes alongside you and gives you the strength you need to do it. 

This includes having self-control around those donuts in the break room, the package of cookies in the pantry, or the carton of mint chocolate chip ice cream in the freezer.

Sometimes, you look at your struggles and think you know what’s causing them. 

You think, “I need more willpower.”

But God says, “Let’s look again.” 

Your fight for self-control with food may seem like a physical one, but it’s actually spiritual. And when it comes to a spiritual fight, your most powerful weapon is God’s Word. 

The Bible offers all the encouragement and help you need to have self-control. Yes, even when it comes to turning down a gooey slice of chocolate cake. 

You see, God has goals for you and for your health. And accessing this Fruit of the Spirit is essential on your journey to food freedom.And once you’ve realized where the true source of your self-control lies (spoiler alert: it’s not in your will power!) you’ll find it’s easier to put it into practice each day.

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You may also love:

• Armor + Fruit Bible Study Bundle
• Season 2 Episode 6: Once I Start Eating, I Don’t Want to Stop
• Season 3 Episode 4: How to Get through a Food Craving

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