Pro 25:28 | MHM | STEP | Self-Control and Its Importance This section explains the value of self-control. A wise person learns to control their own desires, emotions, and actions. Without self-control, a person is left open to many dangers and troubles, just like a city without walls is open to attack. Self-control protects us and keeps our lives in order. v. 28 : The verse says, “A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls” (Proverbs 25:28 ). This means that if someone cannot control their feelings or actions, they are defenseless against temptation and trouble. All kinds of problems can enter their life, and they lose what is good. But a person who rules over their own spirit is safe and respected, just as a city with strong walls is protected (Nehemiah 1:3 ).

‏ Proverbs 25:28

Self-Control and Its Importance

This section explains the value of self-control. A wise person learns to control their own desires, emotions, and actions. Without self-control, a person is left open to many dangers and troubles, just like a city without walls is open to attack. Self-control protects us and keeps our lives in order.

v. 28: The verse says, “A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls” (Proverbs 25:28 ^a). This means that if someone cannot control their feelings or actions, they are defenseless against temptation and trouble. All kinds of problems can enter their life, and they lose what is good. But a person who rules over their own spirit is safe and respected, just as a city with strong walls is protected (Nehemiah 1:3 ^b).