What absences or lack of disciplines have we brought into our relationship with God?

This is at the heart of what leaves us restless and uncertain

The distance we feel is not so much that God is so far away as much as it is that we are so far from where we could be

Indiscipline breeds surrender to the lesser and defeat in the face of opportunity

Whether it is in our studies or in our habits, we seem to always find the line of least resistance and then blame God when we fail in our commitment to come to Him on His terms.

Self-government or self-control is the foundation of a strong godly life resulting in growth, and producing fruit. If a person cannot govern himself, if they cannot master their passions, they will certainly not have a good relationship with their fellowman or God. Their life will likely be marked by major excesses.  The Bible uses other expressions like; to behave in an orderly manner, to be sober, serious, sane, sound-minded, discreet, self-disciplined, prudent, and moderate.

A person who has self-control is even-handed, and their passions are under control. They make proper use of their drives and desires, and their manner of life is not one of extremes. A person reflecting this quality will be making steady progress in growing into the balanced character of Jesus Christ.