The Faith Unfiltered Life team discuss self-control as a fruit of the Spirit, addressing the frustration of repeated promises to God, unanswered prayers for change, and the lie that lack of discipline cancels God’s purpose. They share “Post-It Note moments,” including Leon finding a note on his truck about parking too close and choosing not to retaliate by using a 10-second pause, accountability to God, and concern for his testimony. Others recount self-control failures with road rage and a golf-course confrontation, reflecting on conviction, lost opportunities to represent Jesus, and the need to respond rather than react. The episode emphasizes mastering the internal world through Christ, bringing calm to chaos, growing through faith practices, setting boundaries, extending grace, and viewing fruits of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self-control—as practical traits for everyone.

00:00 Why Self Control Hurts

01:57 Post It Note Trigger

06:08 Defining Real Self Control

08:05 Ten Second Pause Tool

12:03 Share Your Trigger Moments

12:49 Road Rage Confessions

16:09 Golf Course Blowup

21:31 Response Not Reaction

23:29 ICU Patience Under Fire

26:41 What Actually Changed

27:04 Measured Responses Matter

29:06 Strength Not Weakness

29:32 When Calm Triggers Heat

30:45 Healer Mindset Example

32:29 Growing Into Self Control

34:12 Fruit of the Spirit Explained

35:09 Faith Work Bears Fruit

36:03 Loving Yourself First

38:31 Bring Calm to Chaos

40:05 God Speaks Softly

42:26 Healthy Conflict Habits

47:00 Grace With Boundaries

49:09 Share Your Post It Moments

50:33 For Seekers and Skeptics

51:21 Final Wrap Up

Happy Father's Day! In this special episode of Faith Unfiltered Life, Leon and John pull back the curtain on the messy reality behind those perfect family social media pictures. Joined by special guests Pastor Paul Foslien of Naples Church and Creative Director Danny Hill, we dive deep into the real, unspoken challenges of biblical fatherhood.

From navigating the guilt of past decisions and unconventional parenthood to managing the balancing act of a successful career while staying present at home, this episode offers raw, honest grace for every dad. Whether you are a single father raising daughters in or a dad waiting on God to move in your home, remember: you and your family are not out of reach.

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The episode explores the tension between believing in God and actually trusting Him, especially when life is painful, prayers feel unanswered, anxiety rises, or past hurt makes surrender feel unsafe. The hosts discuss why this topic feels “heavy,” how trust can be challenged by personal control issues and human experiences, and how trust often involves inviting God into day-to-day areas, not just the “impossible.” They define belief versus trust through actions, vulnerability, and “dying to self,” share personal examples involving work, parenting, relationships after divorce, miscarriage, finances, and a long journey around sexuality and learning truth. They emphasize waiting without timelines, using scripture (Proverbs 3:5–6, 2 Corinthians 10:5), surrounding yourself with wise support, managing thoughts and feelings, and remembering God’s track record and the hope of eternity.

00:00 Belief Versus Trust

02:52 Why Trust Feels Heavy

04:54 Levels of Trust and Control

09:07 Defining Belief and Trust

13:21 Trust Through Parenting

17:46 Trust After Relationship Hurt

21:58 Waiting and God’s Timeline

25:46 Practical Ways to Keep Trusting

27:47 Inviting God Into Work

28:57 Sounding Boards And Scripture

30:41 Old Tricks New Tools

32:28 Taking Thoughts Captive

32:46 Control Careers Trust God

35:45 God Versus Your Feelings

36:45 Peace In Hard Seasons

38:02 Faith Mile Markers

40:50 Faith And Works Together

41:55 Patience Builds Endurance

43:42 Healing Eternity Perspective

49:00 Saying I Dont Know

49:41 Eternity Starts Now

50:43 Freedom From Status

51:33 Wrap Up And Resources