In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to build discipline and why it is so important, and how to build it. Building discipline starts with defining our ultimate goal and vision of what we are building discipline for. Before we can identify where to start we need to identify what are pain points are.
Part Recap
· Small disciplines every day lead to success.
· Discipline starts with convictions, obedience, and being consistent in carrying out the vision.
3 things to build discipline
1) Conviction- ask God to reveal the areas in your life why you need discipline in that area
2) Clarity- of your vision and why you're building discipline.
3) Commitment- choose to commit to building discipline in your life.
Building Discipline Part 2
Before we build discipline you need to identify what your pain points are. You need to identify what areas in your life you lack discipline in and focus on that one area.
Proverbs 29:17
“Discipline your children, and they will give you peace” they will bring you the delights you desire.”
God desires to discipline us so that we can receive the gifts that He has for us.
Discipline comes from being focused and consistent in obedience.
There is a joy that comes from discipline.
Building discipline is teaching yourself new habits that best serve you and your vision.
Disciplined people are learners, you have to learn how to be humble and willing to learn from the seasons of life.
God is our ultimate teacher.
God’s vision for your life is contingent on how disciplined you are.
Discipline begins with your decisions.
-You can be your biggest critic or your biggest coach, which one will you choose to be?
2 Timothy 1:7
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline.
God gives us POWER, LOVE, and SELF DISCIPLINE.
The worldly mindset is fearful, insecure, and lacks self-control which is the opposite of God’s kingdom.
God’s way and His kingdom principles and power come from the gifts of the Holy Spirit who gives us all that we need.
Power: meaning AUTHORITY that comes from God.
LOVE that overcomes fear and God’s grace to do all things.
SELF DISCIPLINE is having the knowledge of God and being obedient to God.
Proverbs 5:23
For lack of discipline, they will die, led astray by their own great folly.
Visions of Gold:
What are your biggest pain points?
Ask God to discipline you and help teach you so that you can grow in the fruit of the Holy Spirit and have self-control.
Focus on one discipline at a time to develop and commit to it.
Read and Memorize Hebrews 12:11 and Psalms 37:4